The levels include bronze level study of the entered apprentice degree, silver level study of the fellow craft degree, gold level study of the master mason degree, and. To keep secret the signs, tokens and words and the verbatim ritual, to conduct himself with decorum and to try to learn as much as possible about freemasonry. Entered apprentice and the signs as the entered apprentice lodge represents a ground plan of the temple of the sun, it must relate chiefly to physical functions and the physical plane of life. He is entitled to apply for advancement to the second degree, when proficient in the entered apprentice degree.
Pondering the three elements in the ea degree scottish rite. Does anyone have any thoughts on preparing for the ea degree. An apprentice freemason is one who has begun the study of freemason ry. Entered apprentice candidate guide t his handbook was developed to introduce the newly initiated entered apprentice mason to the vast body of knowledge and symbolism associated with modern freemasonry in a meaningful and understandable way. If so, they may also asked of you in open lodge on the night you take the second degree. The master first makes the duegard of the first degree, representing the position of the hands when taking the oath of an entered apprentice mason, which is called the duegard of an entered apprentice, viz my left hand supporting the bible, and my right hand resting. The master always leads off in giving the sign or signs. The room in which you were first prepared to enter a lodge of entered apprentice masons. The levels include bronze level study of the entered apprentice degree, silver level study of the fellow craft degree, gold level study of the master mason degree, and platinum level study of general masonic. As the entered apprentice lodge represents a ground plan of the temple of the sun, it must relate chiefly to physical functions and the physical plane of life. How many master mason members of a lodge must be present to open a lodge of entered apprentices.
It is hoped that through the serious and systematic study of freemasonry, the entered apprentice will come to understand and appreciate. The degrees are those of entered apprentice, fellowcraft and master mason. Choose from 88 different sets of entered apprentice flashcards on quizlet. In this context, we learn why these instructions are appropriate to the entered apprentice degree and are linked with service to a master. The entered apprentice who wins the honour of being passed to the degree of fellowcraft by having well performed the only task set him goes forward feeling that he is worthy. As a newly initiated entered apprentice, im having a hard time getting my memory work done, especially the obligation. Some time later, in a separate ceremony, they will be passed to the degree of fellowcraft, and finally they will be raised to the degree of master mason. Slides for the second degree, the fellow craft lodge, are numbered 15 through 21. The symbols, emblems and allegorical ceremonies of the first degree each have a meaning.
Full text of masonic monitor of the degrees of entered apprentice, fellow craft and master mason together with the ceremony of installation, laying corner stones, dedications, masonic burial, etc. The qualifications of a masonic appren tice are a belief in a god, a desire for knowledge and a sincere wish to be of service to his fellow creatures. Description of entered apprentice degree first section numbered positions in reference to ea degree map. The degree of the apprentice is, in short, one of probation and preparation for a more advanced position, and more exalted privileges and duties.
May 25, 2017 this video is the explanatory lecture of the entered apprentice degree or at least as much of it as can be shared publicly. A high quality reproduction print of an 1868 masonic masters chart designed to educate and indoctrinate an entered apprentice into the masonic tradition. How well can you answer these entered apprentice lecture. A lodge secretarys handbook provincial grand lodge of east. Because operative masons always lay the first stone of the building they are about to erect in the north east corner, i therefore as the youngest entered apprentice was placed in the north east corner of the lodge, there to receive these first instructions where to erect my future moral masonic edifices. The first degree, or that of the entered apprentice, is intended in its symbolic signification to furnish a representation of youth just entering on the struggles, the trials, and duties of an earthly and responsible existence. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
Entered apprentice education part 2 symbols of the entered apprentice degree. Full text of masonic monitor of the degrees of entered. Entered apprentice, or first degree duncans masonic ritual. The taking of the obligation is visible and audible evidence of the candidates sincerity of purpose. After becoming a master mason, the world of emblems is yours to safely explore. If charged with violating his obligation, he is entitled to a trial. The entered apprentice degree was what i learned all i needed to learn. Entered apprentice degree ritual contest grand lodge of nebraska. Name some responsibilities of an entered apprentice mason.
This is the dueguard, and alludes to the position of your hands while taking the obligation. In the brief span of this first degree, the foundations are laid. By the time you are passed to the fellow craft degree, or raised to the sublime degree of master mason, you will already have gained some experience of masonry, however slight, and will have come to feel at ease in your new home. The entered apprentice degree 8th masonic district. As you are now introduced into the first principles of masonry, i congratulate you on your admission into this ancient and honorable order. It is meant to be a reference manual and covers all aspects of a lodge secretarys. You will likely then wish to track down a fellow craft emblem once you are passed to this degree. Microsoft word worksheet for entered apprentice degree parts.
This electronic edition of carliles manual of freemasonry is based on a facsimile of an. Candidates for freemasonry are progressively initiated into freemasonry, first in the degree of entered apprentice. The first lecture of freemasonry, or that appropriated to the degree of an entered apprentice, is divided into three sections. Full text of masonic monitor of the degrees of entered apprentice, fellow craft and master mason together with the ceremony of installation, laying corner. The master approaching me from the east, on the step, under the due guard and penal sign of an entered apprentice, who, in token of his brotherly love and friendship presented me with his right hand, and with it the word and grip of an entered apprentice, and bade me arise and salute the wardens as such. Sep 14, 2017 the capstone of the initiation ritual is the charge at initiation. As a candidate for the degree of entered apprentice mason takes his first step into the. First, the entered apprentice degree, second, the fellow craft degree and finally, the master mason degree. The worshipful master approaching me from the east a 2nd time, who presented me with the lamb skin or white leather apron, and instructed me that it was an emblem of innocence and the badge of a mason. Loads of books and information about freemasonry 1 of 2. My brother, an entered apprentice advances on his left foot, bringing the heel of his right into the hollow of his left, thereby forming the angle of a square. Our purpose here is to give you some of the information, which will show that every detail of the ritual is.
In other than the words of the ritual a masonic lodge is a body of masons. The entered apprentice degree was chosen in order to involve the greatest number of. Dressed properly to enter a lodge of entered apprentice masons. Guide for the entered apprentice 10 the wardens the senior warden sits opposite and facing the master in the west, whilst the junior warden sits at about. The entered apprentice is himself a symbol, one of the noblest in the whole emblematic system of the craft. Chapter v the entered apprentice degree introduc tion. The entered apprentice degree page 7 duties and rights of entered apprentices and fellow crafts page 14 proficiency and advancement page 15 mentorship page 16 presentation page 17 history of freemasonry page 19 history of the grand lodge of california page 22. If you can find an emblem that represents your entered apprentice degree, by all means use it. A full list of the masonic elements which are presented in this degree, either directly or by implication, is astonishing. Sep 19, 2011 a the apprentice has already been in the lodge room during the opening in the first degree, and has then been asked to withdraw. All matters of business in a lodge are transacted in the third degree. Ward is one of the most able and earnest of masonic students.
At the end of the entered apprentice degree, when some longtime brothers have dozed off and the candidate thinks his head will explode if the lecture goes on much longer, there is a short final section of material that seems unconnected to the rest of the degree. The sources of our initiation ceremony, while based, perhaps, on old operative ceremonies, are a blend of various streams of influence, usually called the. You didnt even come close to learning all you needed after one degree. Entering from the west casting off ties with the old world the cabletow being brought to light the volume of sacred law the square and the compasses. The question has been asked, was all that i needed to learn about freemasonry taught to me in the entered apprentice degree. Pondering the three elements in the ea degree scottish. This handbook is designed to introduce the new entered apprentice to the vast body of knowledge associated with freemasonry in a meaningful and understandable way. Take this entered apprentice quiz to test your knowledge of the first degree of freemasonry. The following abbreviations are used throughout this ritual. Masonic rituals for entered apprentice, fellowcraft and. The capstone of the initiation ritual is the charge at initiation. The principle lesson of the first degree is charity, and to embrace the opportunity of practicing charity to anyone in distress. This is the entered apprentice charge as it is given in the state of mississippi in 2017. In addition to being a well known author of masonic works, he was the founder of the masonic study.
The basic set of slides relating to the entered apprentice degree of masonry contains a mere 14 slides. On his first admission into the lodge, the candidate is reminded of the weak and helpless state of man on his entrance. The masonic journey from darkness toward light has its beginning in the giant stride of the entered apprentice degree. Entered apprentice candidate guide masons of california. It is hoped that through the serious and systematic study of freemasonry. The 1917 code of canon law explicitly declared that joining freemasonry entailed automatic. A pdf file purporting to contain the script of the entered apprentice masons degree ritual as used in nevada usa circa 1986. He can attend a lodge while an entered apprentice degree is being presented. Loads of books and information about freemasonry in one huge package. I spend plenty of time driving and would adore using that time to study and memorize. The masters role is to direct the zealous efforts of the apprentice so that he does not go astray. One of the objects early brought to the attention of the candidate, not merely in the entered apprentice degree, but also in those higher, is the common.
As speculative freemasonry builds only character, a feeling of unworthiness is as much a handicap in lodge life as a piece of faulty stone is in building a wall. The slides relevant to the third degree, the master mason lodge, usually started with slide number 22 and contained basically 18 slides. Unfortunately i havent found any audiobased assistance although ive found several places providing text based that are posted by brothers. Introduction to freemasonry entered apprentice by carl h. The twentyfourinch gauge is an instrument made use of by operative masons to measure and lay out their work. Regular freemasonry insists that a volume of scripture be open. Discussion in frequently asked questions started by drew1971, oct 17, 20.
Entered apprentice degree the lodge represents the world. Symbolism in the entered apprentice degree the lodge represents the world. What is the principle lesson of the entered apprentice degree, and how should it be applied. Freemasonry and social england in the eighteenth century 97. To reenter, he advances by the three steps of an entered apprentice, his right hand giving the sign. The deeper meaning of the entered apprentice degree an esoteric. The entered apprentice degree foreword you, as an entered apprentice mason, are a newcomer in a strange land. Entered apprentice, or first degree chapter 1 gnostic. He has a right to be instructed in his work and in matters pertaining to his degree. Learn entered apprentice with free interactive flashcards. Master, i took the oath and obligation of an entered apprentice mason.
He brings to bear on the task of research the mind of a scholar, enriched by extensive reading, much travel and a wide experience of men and affairs. If a candidate is to be initiated, the lodge is opened in the third degree. They have important roles to play, assisting the worshipful master in the running of the lodge. The journey of the first degree everything you need to learn as. Entered apprentice degree explanatory lecture youtube. Freemasonry or masonry consists of fraternal organisations that trace their origins to the local fraternities of stonemasons that from the end of the fourteenth century regulated the qualifications of stonemasons and their interaction with authorities and clients modern freemasonry broadly consists of two main recognition groups. The experiences that november evening, 45 years ago, have been indelibly etched in my mind. Im set to take the entered apprentice degree on october 19th. Study 76 terms entered apprentice flashcards quizlet. Oct 17, 20 preparing for the entered apprentice degree. Certain qualifications are neces sary for every apprentice. An entered apprentice may visit or sit in a lodge only if it is open on the first degree and then only when accompanied by a brother master mason who can attest to the fact that he is an entered apprentice, since he does not carry a dues card. The masonic rituals provided here are as practiced under the jurisdiction of the grand lodge of nevada, circa 1986. Freemasonry or masonry consists of fraternal organisations that trace their origins to the local.
For a per iod of seven years h e appr ent iced himsel f to a mast er mason, who taught him the rudiments of the trade. It is intended that through the study of freemasonry the entered apprentice will come to. Many men were present in frackville lodge that evening, and i was amazed to have seen nearly every man who was a leader in the congregation where i was the pastor. The principle lesson of the first degree is charity, and to embrace the opportunity of. These masonic rituals are provided in the portable document format pdf. This video is the explanatory lecture of the entered apprentice degree or at least as much of it as can be shared publicly. The entered apprentice degree introduc tion in the days when masons were actual workers in stone, the entered apprentice was a young man who wa s just sta rting his caree r.
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