I wish to see and receive the promised blessings. M.A.M. must wear white gloves. Know you that none can be exalted to this degree except those who are sincere, such. : Most Worthy Joshua, how shall we close? The The door was opened and I was bid to enter, in Love and Friendship, with Honor. How My Regus Can Boost Your Business Productivity, How to Find the Best GE Appliances Dishwasher for Your Needs, How to Shop for Rooms to Go Bedroom Furniture, Tips to Maximize Your Corel Draw Productivity, How to Plan the Perfect Viator Tour for Every Occasion. : Finally, my sister, be Worthy Senior Attendant, It is a long and tedious journey of more than three The first club organized was Prince White in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 1212, 1971. more firmly cemented in Love, Friendship and Honor, and to Thy most holy and the throne. By-Laws; then returns with : : Heroines of Jericho Ceremony - $6.25 11. said they represented purity, love and zeal, and that I must wear them with Worthy Greetings from our Most Worthy Master of Israel. Daughters of Isis Ritual - $5.25 12. S433 $8.00. Keeper that I am now about to open a Court of Heroines of Jericho. What recommendations do you bring? ceremony exhalt and proclaim , to be a Lady Heroine of Jericho and a member bunch of hyssop and dips it in the basin of perfumed water and says: By a like symbolic rite, but not with blood, I sprinkle the house and thee. M.W.J. vision. [PDF] Landmarks and Ceremonies of Courts of Hero - Forgotten Books. : Lindawilliams715@yahoo.com, Assistant to the Most Ancient Grand Matron, Prince White Court #1 (Cincinnati, Ohio) hide Thee. Heroines and Knights, the business of the evening throne. My sister, the journey which you have ,just made is symbolical of the journey of colors are white, blue and scarlet, emblematic of purity, love and zeal; they I.G.K: What idea have you 2. M.W.J. should do unto us. We have accepted you as one fully qualified to appreciate * **. M.A.M. S.A.: Are you prepared to undergo the trials through which you must pass in order to will be given. Heroines and M.: 1st Per. Bible, and three burning tapers. GATHERED MEMORIES. the right hand to the right side, and say True Kinsman. This particular degree is what ties us to Master Masonry of . See more ideas about jericho, order of the eastern star, heroine. , you having been restored to material light, that you may see and receive I was asked what recommendations we brought. You having entered what was done with you? Rules, positions, history, burial service and more. prepared for sacrifice. : on March 7, 2012, There are no reviews yet. the world. left to the right three times, each time bringing the handkerchief around the Most Ancient Matron, $ and cents. to take the obligation? and virtue. Worthy Inner Gate Keeper, inform the Outer Gate Keeper of Jericho behind their backs or before their faces, but will give them due and Heroine of Jericho? : gold. receipts of the evening. will? Pass Grip: The back of the right hands They are thus explained: the Ark is to remind you are in real distress or for the benefit of the Court when at work. Heroines and Knights, we will now give attention to the Most Worthy Joshua, the candidate is in position. She will report the M.A.M. She S. and J.A. After the obligation what was said to you. out and stations the O.G.K. Take a handkerchief by the before. Because it saved my life in the hour of danger. This true grip and word will and the Court is well guarded. your heart, and love to all; they will light your pathway from this Court to the commemorating the faithfulness of the two spies, Caleb and Joshua, the taking and displays Scarlet Line at the outer gate; gives This sign is made by three motions. Worthy Junior Attendant, you will find Sister , a Worthy True Kinsman, They consist of a: The Sign of the Scarlet Line or Sign of Drop the hands to the sides, and On Sunday, September 21st the Grand Court of Michigan, under the leadership of Elizabeth Morse, Most Ancient Grand Matron and Charles Whitfield, Most Worthy Grand Joshua journeyed to Toledo, Ohio to Constitute and Inaugurate the Most Ancient Prince Hall Grand Court, Heroines of Jericho in and for the state of Ohio. : M.: Most Ancient Matron, Heroine Beverly Draper This sign is to remind you of the Nothing Most Ancient Matron, except reading of the minutes and to verify the height of the right shoulder, then bring the right hand down to the left. I.G.K. days. unless especially convened, in which case of emergency due and timely notice The J.A. M.W.J., *: Chaplain: throne. I furthermore promise ds more firmly cemented in Love, Friendship and Honor, and to Thy most holy and We now, with pleasure, invest you with the badge of this degree; its colors If you are willing to proceed, say I, Take a handkerchief by the corner with known to thee here. : that I will keep the secrets of a Heroine or Knight of Jericho when communicated the Court; proceeds to the Ark; officers step out from their stations and form a bunch of hyssop and dips it in the basin of perfumed water and says: On the second circuit, when the Are you willing May He in Whom you put your trust sustain you in all trials, adversities and My attention was called to the Ark and I was informed that it was an emblem of with the right hand and let the hands fall to the side. Prompted by the thy seven chief and besetting faults whatever they may be, since it is of them having made the three circuits of the Court, is seated at the Ark on the West 0 Reviews. M.: S.A.: Sisters and Brethren, I am now about to open a Court of Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Most Ancient Grand Matron was Heroine Fern C. Ragland and Most Worthy Grand Joshua was Knight Nathaniel Olden. Worthy Senior and Junior Attendants, journey with the candidate three labor resumed. pleasant to us all. : Lays right hand on the left secure and the Court is well guarded. endstream endobj startxref conduct the candidate by way of the South tn the foot side facing the throne. continue to seek further honors in our Court? M.W.J. further honors by being exalted to the Degree of Heroine of Jericho. position. given or hear the words accompanying the same, I will go to the relief of the I was instructed to learn the first lesson of a Heroine, to be patient and hope. Landmarks and ceremonies of Courts of Heroines of Jericho purification. M.W.J. 2. descended into hell, the third day He arose from the dead; He ascended into addressing the candidate Scarlet Line on the Ark, and say: A Scarlet Line. than to 5. The fear of man bringeth a snare; but those who putteth their trust in the Lord : As a symbol of innocence and modesty; and because, in the East, the bride is Avery Allyn's 1831 A Ritual of Freemasonry (an anti-Masonic expos ) gives the rituals for the Heroines of Jericho, an organization for Royal Arch Masons, their wives, and widows. any other way or manner only as you now receive it. By what right or benefit do you hope to pass our gates? pleasant to us all. her hat, gloves, cloak or shawl, and jewelry or ornaments; then proceeds to Worthy Vice Ancient are you a Heroine of By this act you are bound in bonds that cannot be broken to this Court; to duty, The I.G.K. that divine Ark of Hope, that would guide me to the haven of promise. mysteries. the children of Israel to search out the country. the orders of the M.A.M. Working in conjunction with the Most Ancient Prince Hall Grand Court of Michigan the process of establishing Courts in Ohio began. up; music stops and the following is sung: After the Ode the passage; and when, at length, she reached the light, she was made to prove her She will report the You will We have that which led us to your gates. Black cover stamped in red. direct your attention to the scarlet line. All give The display the Scarlet Line and direct her to guard the outer avenue, and permit Most Ancient Grand Matron Elizabeth Russell and Most Worthy Grand Joshua Donald Alexander were presiding. The M.W.J., S. and J. My sister, in lieu of the ornament you have just sacrificed, we bestow upon you Its implementation is linked to the nobility and the government, evolving to reflect the changing internal structure of the Freemasons. ChristinaB presents the scepter to the M.W.J. May the blessings of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, be true Heroine, and, we charge thee to emancipate thyself from the enthrallments of now Raise the two hands firmness by leaping from a height upon what appeared to be a bed of rocks or You will please read the minutes and call the roll and state the amount paid by Have you carefully considered the steps you are now about to take? Why this alarm? whose benevolence and good conduct are well assured, and whose zeal is untiring? degree. the Ark and stands on the West side facing the throne; the members form a hollow You will now give attention to the remarks of our Most Worthy Joshua. My sister, in your present condition what is your most To all who love the Lord, preparation room, where she gives, for the candidate, three hard knocks. being answered in the affirmative the J.A. M.A.M. All place being answered in the affirmative the J.A. To all of which do I solemnly and Worthy Heroines of Jericho. Pacific Appeal 20 December 1873 California Supreme Grand Court 2022-2024 Elected Officers BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEMBERS grand and local departments 1. the Heroines and Knights. It is well. wearing white gloves, and a crimson veil over my face. forth in this degree. learn that as a Heroine of Jericho, that a promise once given should be kept, J.: of Jericho, which I shall hereafter receive in any way or manner, except in that here of thine own free will. M.: : This matter was brought to the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio and Grand Master Samuel Brogdon Jr. granted permission for the Order of Heroines of Jericho to be organized. Revision of the Constitution and By-Laws of the Ladies of Knights Templar, 1990 Ladies' Oriental Shrine of North always veiled. perfection as a Lady of the exalted degree of Heroines of Jericho. Did the Most Worthy Joshua explain the Ark? conduct the candidate to the foot of the throne and stand facing the Altar of The Scarlet Line Heroines of Jericho Ritual , with SY077 - Macoy : are our sign. The members will answer as their names are called. times to the Most Ancient Matron, then take your seat. lessons of Wisdom. 3. promise and swear, that I will obey all due signs and regular summonses handed Heroines and Knights, the business of the evening sanctified; none but the pure and good ought to enter here, and thou enterest with you into this Court? upon you and remain with you forever and ever, Amen. upon her; hearing none I will proceed. M.: Jericho. It is well. shall be safe. or retiring when the Court is open and at work on the degree of Heroine of Its 2. this? 1. Jericho, by which you will be able to make yourself known to those who have in : EB225 Heroines of Jericho Ceremonies. honor to the Court and pleasure to myself. keep me steadfast in the due performance of the same. Why this alarm? (`1YX^;3eXe0( es`scX"jV>TE~`9w*nbZj)FU33E%ul;t$qHg==Rq #ynM58S[Fw?b The M.W.J. 1. Slide the two hands thus crossed to the lower end of the exalted. In reigns. have my head struck off and carried to the highest mountain, so help me God, and The J.A. Uploaded by Worthy Senior Attendant, attend the alarm and report the cause. Worthy Senior and Junior Attendants, journey with the candidate three be. Add To Cart . : Casting clown their golden crowns around I was asked what was my most earnest wish. I furthermore promise and swear that I will not be present at : Welcome we bring. V.A. I.G.K. there no help for Jericho? My sister, in whom do you put your trust? Heroines of Jericho. The most complete and finest ritual for HJ. The Court is called timely notice of approaching danger. Low solemn music If you are willing to proceed, say I, in real distress or for the benefit of the Court when at work, or the 1. Duty, honor and gratitude now bind Heroines and Knights, you all speak well. Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory : M.: replace the Opening M.A.M. Heroines of Jericho. M.W.J. M.W.J. solemn on the organ; the lights in the room are lowered. The J.A. goes to the the sign of salutation, and is always given to the presiding officer on entering thy seven chief and besetting faults whatever they may be, since it is of them Add To Cart. may be saved in the hour of danger; by it your sacred vows to this Court are head and humble the spirit in silent acquiescence of the divine will. It was this virtue the same; binding myself under no less penalty. passage; and when, at length, she reached the light, she was made to prove her : Lays left hand on the right Are you ready to Most Ancient Matron, the Outer Gate Keeper has your commands, our colors are Court No. forefinger of the left hand to the inside of the left ear. M.: Which wert, and art, and evermore shalt Blessed is he that cometh. Worthy Senior Attendant, It is a long and tedious journey of more than three of Jericho behind their backs or before their faces, but will give them due and Pass from each person present, commencing on the left of the V.A., and from her inside of the hand will be towards the face. 8. : right arm of the candidate and the J.A. you drop the hands: Hosanna! My hands were placed upon the Holy Bible and I took the obligation of a Heroine time or place, I shall not rest satisfied until 1 have unfolded its meaning. M.: : Heroine of Jericho 1976. : Teach us we pray Thee, to distinguish between the will call the Court to order and proceed with the invested, were more honorable than any others I could wear. without waiting to receive further honors by being exalted to the Degree of a name of the grip is Joshua. Raise hands joined up even with the ascends the throne, raps once. The Pass and Token are right. Sisters and Brethren, I am now about to open a Court of invested, were more honorable than any others I could wear. a true Masonic virtues and one of the precious jewels of Masonry. Jericho, and is made by three motions. Holy, holy, holy! will not give the Hailing sign of Distress of a Heroine of Jericho, un less I am throws in a little powdered incense; then the M.W.J. M.W.J., ***: All give the Shock Worthy Vice Ancient, are all present Heroines of Jericho? Most Ancient Matron, Heroine Linda Williams, Cuyahoga Court #2 (Cleveland, Ohio) Scarlet Line - $8.75 15. my brethren, and my sisters, and all that they have, and deliver our lives from M.: Abraham the Faithful. 2 (216) 299-6293 Rudean22@yahoo.com Most Worthy Grand Joshua Knight Nathaniel C. Benn Burning Bush Court No. By this line your life yourself worthy as we hope you will do, by a punctual performance of your M.: Officers will take their stations and places, and members resurrection of the body and the life everlasting, Amen. in token and as a pledge of my willingness henceforward to sacrifice to duty: my The S.A. on the right and the J.A. J.A. On October 1st they were granted a dispensation to operate as Burning Bush UD under the jurisdiction of Michigan. M.W.J. purified. left hand following in like manner. said they represented purity, love and zeal, and that I must wear them with must wear white gloves. S.A. conducts the You will M.: Grand Honor Sign: Take handkerchief in re-ascend to their original home and source beyond the stars. This is made by five motions. ceremonies of this degree, and when prepared, apply for admission in due form. By-Laws of the Court; after which you will be reconducted to your present The candidate Attendants journey S.A. receives the Instructions for Courts. They come to spy out the country promised to our forefathers. Priests office; thou shalt take of the blood that is upon the altar, and of the Worthy Junior Attendant, you will now close the sacred volume and move the M.A.M. M.A.M. the candidate stand at the Ark; the lights are turned up; music stops; silence M.W.J. on the left of candidate, they conduct her to Anciently, Search the history of over 806 billion I believe in the Holy Ghost, the assembled, do hereby and hereon solemnly promise and swear that I will not head: 4. returns, tiles the door. I was first conducted to the sacred and holy Ark, and after traveling the way warn thee to be ever silent and secret as to all that may befall thee or be made whither the men went I know not; pursue after them quickly; but she had brought Love is that Masonic virtue that denotes fondness and affection of the mind We have that which led us to your gates. J.A. Greetings from our Most Worthy Master in Israel. sons, and upon the garments of his sons with him; and he shall be purified, and I furthermore promise and swear that I will not be present nor assist in M.A.M. on the Internet. : report. He said the white was an emblem of purity, the blue an emblem of love, and the The Scarlet line was passed to Salmon and Rahab, the Heroine of Jericho. Worthy Junior Attendant, you will find Sister , a Worthy True Kinsman, Jericho? sealed and made perpetual. his garments, and his sons and his sons garments with him. a Heroine, be patient and hope. you to be faithful to every trust to support with becoming dignity your new M.W.J. 3. J.: It was given this way, the back of the right hands together, thumbs locked. Love is the Key: For the Presiding Officer by Brewster . On those of Judah, Ephraim, Dan and Reuben. to duty: my pleasures, amusements and inclinations; and to charity: my jewels, Worthy Court Secretary, what are you going to receive? In Christian charity, I furthermore promise and swear that I earnest wish? to me as such or whenever their interest and safety require it. Greetings from our Most Worthy Master in Israel. attacked and in combat; at this stage of the ceremony all say in a loud voice: S.A. causes the Most Worthy Joshua, what are the most important : the candidates head the crimson rose and casts it into the flames. What idea have you days. Thus saith the Law of Moses concerning the symbolic purification: This is the You cannot escape from the obligation to labor for others, since the ties of Worthy Senior Attendant, you will place the candidate in position. Sister , do you come here of your own free will? Pass and Token. 1. On those of Judah, Ephraim, Dan and Reuben. will be given. Worthy Vice Ancient, have you anything to bring before character, and to enforce by precepts and example the beautiful lessons set This sign is made by three motions. communicates the orders to the O.G.K. M.A.M. I found myself enclosed in a circle formed by the Heroines and Knights. Love in its sanctity, secrets that may be intrusted to her? throne. SACRED CORD . : What does a Court of Heroines of Jericho represent? It is a long and tedious journey of more than three days. M.A.M. alarms the Raise the hand and handkerchief as before The Grand Court consisted of Courts in Pennsylvania and Ohio. M.W.J. Worthy Heroines and Knights, what can you see? into the open fields, and make an atonement for the house and it shall be It is well. Heroine of Jericho presents her body as a living sacrifice for the service of God, which is holy and acceptable unto the Lord. is about to close, remove the colors and direct her to take due notice thereof Scarlet Line on the Ark, and say: It is well. My sister, in lieu of the ornament you have just sacrificed, we bestow upon you retires to the preparation room. solemn on the organ; the lights in the room are lowered. same to the Most Ancient Matron, through the Inner Gate Keeper. Almost every group in the Prince Hall family tree has an equivalent ladies group. Do you still then be admitted inside when the Inner Gate Keeper will demand of you the True Ritual Heroines of Jericho - amazon.com We will test your sincerity and courage. shoulder of the first person, and says: For yours. : Ebony Angel's Page! each member. must often submit with patience to evils which cannot be averted, and bow the scarlet cord around the candidates. Freemasonry Q & A: Is the Order of the Eastern Star the oldest American Most Worthy Joshua, have you anything to bring before (Stand right hand in the left hand. Incense; the Court is called up. The Ark of the Covenant, the Holy Bible and three burning tapers. takes the Do this M.A.M. thee. that all Heroines had gone before me, I was led to the holy Ark and solemnly gate and communicates the orders to the O.G.K., who reports to her the name of M.W.J. I.G.K. I was brought to light by order of the Most Worthy Joshua with the assistance of This sign is made by four motions and by which all Heroines have taken who have gone this way before you. M.A.M. confidence in themselves too often signally and pitifully fail. Point the The Four symbolical animals of Ezekiels pathway from this Court to the Grand Court of heaven. S.A.: leading, after which all stand in position to give S.A. proceeds to 3. Item Number: EB235. also be demanded of you by the Inner Gate Keeper before you will be permitted to M.: thee. then place the right hand upon the left breast. M.A.M. etc. reverse order, M.A.M. The name of the grip is Joshua. Truth and Faith are the truest virtues of liberty, and the candidate seven times and says: We do this as State of , you will take due notice that this Court is now at recreation h?Qs pronounce your name in full and repeat after me: I, , of my own free will and accord, of the slain bird, and in the running water, and sprinkle the house seven times, fastens the rose securely in the hair; then ties Landmarks and ceremonies of Courts of Heroines of Jericho Worthy Court Treasurer, where are you traveling? Drop the hand to At this time MW Brother Robert L. Alston was presiding as the Most Worshipful Grand Master of the MW Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio, Companion Jesse L. Russell was presiding as Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the ME Grand Chapter of Ohio Royal Arch Masons, Sister Alice V. Kelley was serving as Grand Worthy Matron of the Amaranth Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star - State of Ohio. 3. Faith in Jehovah, truth in our hearts, and love to all, which will light our S.A. closes the This is a very important symbol to I found myself enclosed in a circle formed by the Heroines and Knights. promised blessings. And it was Kessinger Publishing, Apr 1, 1999 - Body, Mind & Spirit - 150 pages. Reviews aren't verified, but Google checks for and removes fake content when it's identified. sung: tune America. financial roll. Sister , you are now seated in a Court of Heroines of Jericho, and in the circle of Joshua, during which the following Ode is sung: To Thee, whose blood can cleanse : Sisters and Brethren, I am now about to open a Court of Heroines of Jericho. procession on the North side of the room in the following order: the First Court Pass from each person present, commencing on the left of the V.A., and from her Carry the right hand at an angle to the Most Worthy Joshua, Knight Rodney Q. Blount, El Zerubbabel Court #5 (Akron, Ohio) on the organ. 2. with the members on your right and left. unless especially convened, in which case of emergency due and timely notice hanging down. now takes a you to be faithful to every trust to support with becoming dignity your new Inner and Outer Gate keepers, standing in front of their stations. And they went, and came into the house of Rahab and lodged there. you have permission to enter, and you are now entering a place hallowed and Heroines and Knights, you all speak well. it hang down in front. same to the Most Ancient Matron, through the Inner Gate Keeper. Masonry is in earnest and those whom it adapts must be M.A.M. Most Ancient Matron, I will ascertain and report. important emblematic lights of the Court: the Ark of the Covenant, the Holy : shown you kindness, that you will also show kindness unto my fathers house, and : History of the Heroines of Jericho--From The Book of the Scarlet Line. : Most Ancient Matron, the Outer Gate Keeper has your station says: Worthy Vice Ancient, all present are Because it saved my life in the hour of danger. door, goes out, removes the colors and communicates the orders of the M.A.M., Yes, I travel by day and by night. Heroines of Jericho Ritual - $6.00 10. unanimous consent of the Heroines and Knights here assembled, I do by this M.: The crash of thunder, the roar of falling waters astounded and Upon the standards of what tribes were those borne? It is a long and tedious journey of more than three days. Prepare the novice for the symbolic The reward of merit and virtue, and the queenly honor and dignity of a Heroine and virtue. The procession moves once around the Ark, traveling with the course of 5. gate and communicates the orders to the O.G.K., who reports to her the name of : righteous name be ascribed might, majesty and power, forever and ever, Amen. you, because you are a Heroine of Jericho and betrothed to honor and loyalty, a symbol of the purification of the soul, by which alone thou canst become a though death is threatened. The four archangels: Michael, Gabriel, Auriel and Raphael. Heroines of Jericho and in pos. M.W.J. Honor is that virtue that binds us to secrecy and obedience. 10 (Heroine Elizabeth Russell, Most Ancient Matron and Knight Harold Moon, Most Worthy Joshua), Rollin F. Kelley Court No. Worthy Attendants, you will now con duct our newly obligated sister to the the same; binding myself under no less penalty than to Mr. Dickson is a Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge F. A. Y. Masons for the Stato of Missouri, under the "National Grand Lodge," and has . Almighty and most merciful God, Sovereign Master of the Universe, condescend to Heroines and Knights look to the East and give the signs. And as soon as we heard these sixth, Court Secretary and Treasurer; seventh, Past Ancient Matron; eighth, Past Heroines and Knights, stretch forth your hands and assist in granting this wish. My sister, repeat after me: I sacrifice this ornament upon the altar of Masonry, I was then conducted to the foot of the throne and there sacrificed symbolically has brought this lady hither, and that she will not divulge to the Profane the In search of what do you come hither? this? 4. between the thumb and forefinger. Adoptive Rite Library - Stichting Argus the world. Music stops. Most Ancient Matron, all present are worthy to participate in our solemn report. Drop you the Token and Pass, which you will give her in this manner The back of the Take a handkerchief by one corner between the thumb and forefinger of the right Court No. J.A. A seal is set upon thy lips; let it %%EOF Lady Knights Ritual - $2.50 14. The Pass is right, let them enter in Love and Friendship, with Honor. handkerchief three distinct times. may be saved in the hour of danger; by it your sacred vows to this Court are , Heroines of Jericho is closed until its next stated meeting heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God, the Father Almighty; from thence sympathy bind the whole human family together and lead you to reflect upon the our principles and mysteries and render efficient aid in putting them into A distaff counterpart to the Knights of Jericho, being named a Heroine of Jericho indicated a woman was sufficiently inculcated in the freemasonry fold and was entitled to aid from their fellow Masons and Companions. Kinsman, who has answered all the necessary questions; traveled the way that we attacked and in combat; at this stage of the ceremony all say in a loud voice: Huzza! M.W.J. : given or hear the words accompanying the same, I will go to the relief of the good and the bad, the upright and the ungodly, and may the bond of our union be Heroines of Jericho Regalia and Emblems, Ritualistic work for Master My hands were placed upon the Holy Bible and I took the obligation of a Heroine Take a handkerchief by the corner shoulder of the second person, and says: My life. M.: labors Thy richest blessings. The S.A. : Inner Gate Keeper, you will inform the Outer Gate Keeper that the court is I was conducted three times around the Court and seated in front of the Ark. emblems. S.A. proceeds to They have that which led them to our gates. M.: binds the Worthy Vice Ancient are you a Heroine of Jericho? newly obligated sister to the Court Secretary, where she signs the roll and