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OF
BROTHER JOHN BARNEY,
THAT GOOD MAN AND TRUE MASON,
TO WHOSE INSTRUCTIVE TONGUE FREEMASONRY IN THE WEST IS SO MUCH
INDEBTED FOR THE TRANSMISSION, UNIMPAIRED, OF THE
National Work of the Baltimore Convention,
THIS LITTLE WORK IS RESPECTFULLY DEDICATED,
BY HIS EARLY PUPIL,
THE COMPILER.








INTRODUCTORY.
THE only introduction the Compiler will give this little
volume, may be found in the following indorsements by distinguished Craftsmen:
"HAVING examined the Freemason's Monitor, compiled by
Bro. JAMEs  FENTON, G. S. of the G. L. of Michigan, I take
pleasure in recommending it to the Fraternity.  The arrangement of the first three degrees, corresponding with the
National Work and Lectures, as established in this jurisdiction, makes it an invaluable auxiliary in a working Lodge.
"WM. M. FENTON,
"P. G. M. of the G. L. of Michigan.
"FLINT, MICE., July, 1865."
"1T is arranged, seriatim, with our work and lectures in the
first three degrees, as we work and lecture in Michigan, and
as we understand our Baltimore or National Work and Lectures.
"R. P. ELDRIDGE.
"MT. CLEMENS, MIICe., July, 1865."
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of years, and am perfectly familiar with the National Work,
as adopted by the Baltimore Convention. I have examined
the proof-sheets of the Monitor, by Bro. FENTON, and believe
it conforms to that work in every essential particular.
- "ROBERT GWYNN, P. M.,
"Of Arcana Lodge, No. 110."
"CINCINNATI, July, 1865."
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THE
FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
CHAPTER I.
Origin of Masonry and its General Advantages.
F ROM the commencement of the world we may
trace the foundation of Masonry. *  Ever since.
symmetry began, and harmony displayed her charms,
our Order has had a being. During many ages, and
in many different countries, it has flourished. In the
dark periods of antiquity, when literature was in a
low state, and the rude manners of our forefathers
withheld from them that knowledge we now so amply
share, Masonry diffused its influence. This science
unvailed, arts arose, civilization took place, and the
progress of knowledge and philosophy gradually dispelled the gloom of ignorance and barbarism. Government being settled, authority was given to laws,
and the assemblies of the Fraternity acquired the patronage of the great and the good, while the tenets
*Masonry and Geometry are sometimes used as synonymous terms.
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of the profession were attended with unbounded
utility.
Masonry is a science confined to no particular
country, but diffused over the whole terrestrial globe.
Wherever arts flourish, there it flourishes too. Add
to this, that, by secret and inviolable signs, carefully
preserved among the Fraternity throughout the world,
Masonry becomes an universal language.  Hence
many advantages are gained: the distant Chinese, the
wild Arab, and the American savage will embrace a
brother Briton, Frank, or German; and will know,
that, besides the common ties of humanity, there is
still a stronger obligation to induce him to kind and
fiiendly offices. The spirit of the fulminating priest
will be tamed; and a moral brother, though of a different persuasion, engage his esteem. Thus, through
the influence of Masonry, which is reconcilable to
the best policy, all those disputes which embitter
life, and sour the tempers of men, are avoided; while
the common good, the general design of the Craft, is
zealously pursued.From  this view of the system, its utility must be
sufficiently obvious. The universal principles of the
art unite men of the most opposite tenets, of the
most distant countries, and of the most contradictory
opinions in one indissoluble bond of affection, so that
in every nation a Mason finds a friend, and in every
climate a home.




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CHAPTER II.
The Government of the Fraternity Explained.
THE mode of government observed by the Pfraternity will best explain the importance, and give
the truest idea of the nature and design of the Masonic system.
There are several classes of Masons, under different
appellations.  The privileges of these classes are distinct, and particular means are adopted to preserve
those privileges to the just and meritorious of each
class.
Honor and probity are recommendations to the first,
class, in which' the practice of virtue is enforced, and
the duties of morality inculcated, while the mind is
prepared for regular and social converse in the principles of knowledge and philosophy.
Diligence, assiduity, and application are qualifications for the second class, in which an accurate
elucidation of science, both in theory and practice, is
given.  Here human reason is cultivated by a due
exertion of the rational and intellectual powers and
faculties, nice and difficult theories are explained,
new discoveries produced, and those already known
beautifully embellished.
The third class is composed of those whom truth
and fidelity have distinguished; who, when assaulted
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tegrity in preserving inviolate the mysteries of the
Order.
The fourth class consists of those who have perseveringly studied the scientific branches of the art
and exhibited proofs of their skill and acquirements,
and who have, consequently, obtained the honor of
this degree as a reward of merit.
The fifth class consists of those who, having acquired a proficiency of knowledge to become teachers, have been elected to preside over regularly
constituted bodies of Masons.
The sixth class consists of those who, having dis
charged the duties of the Chair with honor and rep
utation, are acknowledged and recorded as excellent
masters.
The seventh class consists of a select few, whom
years and experience have improved, and whom merit
and abilities have entitled to preferment. With this
class the ancient landmarks of the Order are preserved; and from them we learn and practice the
necessary and instructive lessons which at once dignify the art, and qualify its professors to illustrate
its excellence and utility.
This is the established mode of the Masonic government when the rules of the system are observed.
By this judicious arrangement, true friendship is cultivated among different ranks and degrees of men,
hospitality promoted, industry rewarded, and ingenuity encouraged.




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CHAPTER III.
The Importance of the Secrets of Masonry Demonstrated.
F the secrets of Masonry are replete with such advantages to mankind, it may be asked, why are
they not divulged for the general good of society?
To which it may be answered: were the privileges of
Masonry to be indiscriminately bestowed, the design
of the institution would be subverted; and, being
familiar, like many other important matters, would
soon lose their value and sink into disregard.
It is a weakness in human nature, that men are generally more charmed with novelty than the real worth
or intrinsic value of things. Novelty influences all
our actions and determinations. What is new, or difficult in the acquisition, however trifling or insignificant, readily captivates the imagination, and insures a
temporary admiration; while what is familiar, or easily
obtained, however noble and eminent for its utility, is
sure to be disregarded by the giddy and unthinking.
Did the particular secrets or peculiar forms prevalent among Masons constitute the essence of the art, it
might be alleged that our amusements were trifling, and
our ceremonies superficial.  But this is not the case.
Having their use, they are preserved; and, from the
recollection:of the lessons they inculcate, the wellinformed Mason derives instruction.  Drawing them
to a near inspection, he views them through a proper
medium; adverts to the circumstances which gave




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them rise; dwells upon the tenets they convey; and,
finding them replete with useful information, adopts
them as keys to the privileges of his art, and prizes
them as sacred. Thus convinced of their propriety,
he estimates the value from their utility.
Many persons are deluded by their vague supposition that our mysteries are merely nominal; that
the practices established among us are frivolous; and
that our ceremonies might be adopted or waived at
pleasure. On this false foundation, we have found
them hurrying through all the degrees, without adverting to the propriety of one step they pursue, or
possessing a single qualification requisite for advancement. Passing through the usual formalities, they
have accepted offices, and assumed the government
-of Lodges, equally unacquainted with the rules of the
institution they pretended to support, or the nature
of the trust reposed in them.  The consequence is
obvious; wherever such practices have been allowed,
anarchy and confusion have ensued, and the substance has been lost in the shadow.
Were the brethren who preside over Lodges properly instructed previous to their appointment, and
regularly apprised of the importance of their respective offices, a general reformation would speedily take
place. This would evince the propriety of our mode
of government, and lead men to acknowledge that
our honors were deservedly conferred. The ancient
consequence of the Order would be restored, and the




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reputation of the Society preserved.  Such conduct
alone can support our character.
Unless prudent actions shall distinguish our title to
the honors of Masonry, and regular deportment display the influence and utility of our rules, the world
in general will not easily be led to reconcile our
proceedings with the tenets of our profession.
CHAPTER IV.
General Remarks.
ASONRY is an art equally useful and extensive. In every art there is a mystery, which
requires a gradual progression of knowledge to arrive
at any degree of perfection in it. Without much instruction, and more exercise, no man can be skillful
in any art; in like manner, without an assiduous application to the various subjects treated of in the
different lectures of Masonry, no person can be sufficiently acquainted with its true value.
It must not, however, be inferred from this remark, that persons who labor under the disadvantages of a confined education, or whose sphere of
life requires a more intense application to business
or study, are to be discouraged in their endeavors
to gain a knowledge of Masonry.
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the Society at large, or to partake of its privileges,
it is not absolutely necessary that he should be acquainted with all the intricate parts of the science.
These are only intended for the diligent and assiduous Mason, who may have leisure and opportunity
to indulge such pursuits.
Though some are more able than others, some
more eminent, some more useful, yet all, in their
different spheres, may prove advantageous to the community. As the nature of every man's profession
will not admit of that leisure which is necessary to
qualify him to become an expert Mason, it is highly
proper that the official duties of a Lodge should be
executed by persons whose education and situation
in life enable them to become adepts; as it must be
allowed that all who accept offices and exercise authority should be properly qualified to discharge
the task assigned them, with honor to themselves
and credit to their sundry stations.
CIIAPTER V.
The Ceremony of Opening and Closing a Lodge.
N all regular assemblies of men who are convened for wise and useful purposes, the commencement and conclusion of business are accompanied with some form.  In every country of the




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world the practice prevails, and is deemed essential.
From the most remote periods of antiquity it may
be traced, and the refined improvements of modern
times have not totally abolished it,
Ceremonies, when simply considered, it is true, are
little more than visionary delusions, but their effects
are sometimes important.  When they impress awe
and reverence on the mind, and engage the attention,
by external attraction, to solemn rites, they are interesting objects. These purposes are effected by
judicious ceremonies, when regularly conducted and
properly arranged. On this ground they have received the sanction of the wisest men in all ages,
and, consequently, could not escape the notice of
Masons..To begin well is the most likely means to
end well; and it is judiciously remarked, that, when
order and method are neglected at the beginning,
they will be seldom found to take place at the end.
The ceremony of opening and closing a Lodge with
solemnity and decorum is, therefore, universally admitted among Masons; and though the mode in some
Lodges may vary, and in every degree must vary, still
an uniformity in the general practice prevails in
every Lodge; and the variation (if any) is solely occasioned by a want of method, which a little application might easily remove.
To conduct this ceremony with propriety ought
to be the peculiar study of every Mason, especially
of those who have the honor to rule in our assem



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blies. To persons who are thus dignified, every eye
is naturally directed for propriety of conduct and behavior; and from them other brethren who are less
informed will naturally expect to derive an example
worthy of imitation.
From  a share in this ceremony no Mason can be
exempted. It is a general concern in which all
must assist. This is the first request of the master,
and the prelude to all business.  No sooner has it
been signified, than every officer repairs- to his station, and the brethren rank according to their degrees.'The intent of the meeting becomes the sole
object of attention, and the mind is insensibly drawn
from those indiscriminate subjects of conversation
which are apt to intrude on our less serious moments.
This effect accomplished, our care is directed to
the external avenues of the Lodge; and the proper
officers, whose province it is to discharge that duty,
execute their trust with fidelity, and by certain mystic forms, of no recent date, intimate that we may
safely proceed. To detect impostors among ourselves,
an adherence to order in the character of Masons
ensues, and the Lodge is either'opened or closed in
solemn form.
At opening the Lodge, two purposes are wisely
effected: the master is reminded of the dignity of
his character, and the brethren of the homage and
veneration due from them in their sundry stations.
These are not the only advantages resulting from a




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due observance of this ceremony; a reverential awe
for the Deity is inculcated, and the eye fixed on that
object from whose radiant beams light only can be
derived. Here we are taught to adore the God of
heaven, and to supplicate his protection on our wellmeant endeavors.  The master assumes his government in due form, and under him his wardens, who
accept their trust, after the customary salutations.
The brethren, then, with one accord, unite in duty
and respect, and the ceremony concludes.
At closing the Lodge, a similar form takes place.
Here the less important duties of Masonry are not
passed over -unobserved. The necessary degree of
subordination in the government of a Lodge is peculiarly marked, while the proper tribute of gratitude
is offered up to the beneficent Author of life, and
his blessing invoked and extended to the whole Fraternity. Each brother faithfully locks up the treasure he has acquired, in his own secret repository,
and, pleased with his reward, retires to enjoy and
disseminate among the private circle of his brethren
the fruits of his labor and industry in the Lodge.
These are faint outlines of a ceremony which universally prevails among Masons in every country, and
distinguishes all their meetings. It is arranged as a
general section in every degree, and takes the lead
in all our illustrations.
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FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
A CHARGE,
Used at Opening a Lodge.
EHOLD! how good and how pleasant
it is for brethren to dwell together
in unity!
It is like the precious ointment upon
the head, that ran down upon the beard,
even Aaron's beard, that went down to
the skirts of his garments:
As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew
that descended upon the mountains of
Zion: for there the Lord commanded the
blessing, even life for evermore.
A PRAYER,
Used at CZosing the Lodge.
AY the blessing of Heaven rest
upon us, and all regular Masons!
may brotherly love prevail, and every
moral and social virtuse cement us!
Amen.




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CHAPTER VI.
Charges and Regulations for the Conduct and Behavior
of Masons.
A     REHEARSAL of the ancient charges properly
succeeds the opening, and precedes the closing
of a Lodge. This was the constant practice of our
ancient brethren, and ought never to be neglected
in our regular assemblies. A recapitulation of our
duty can not be disagreeable to those who are acquainted with it; and to those who know it not,
should any such be, it must be highly proper to
recommend it.
ANCIENT  CHARGES.
On the Management of the Craft in Working.
MASONS employ themselves diligently in their sundry vocations, live creditably, and conform with cheerfulness to the government of the country in which
they reside.
[The most expert craftsman is chosen or appointed
master of the work, and is duly honored by those
over whom he presides.
[The master, knowing himself qualified, undertakes' the government of the Lodge, and truly dispenses his rewards, giving to every brother the approbation which he merits.
[A craftsman, who is appointed warden of the
work under the master, is true to master and fel



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lows, carefully oversees the work, and his brethren
obey him.]
The master, wardens, and brethren receive their
rewards justly, are faithful, and carefully finish the
work they begin, whether it be in the first or second
degree; but never put that work to the first which has
been accustomed to the second degree, nor that to the
second or first which has been accustomed to the third.
Neither envy nor censure is discovered among true
Masons. No brother is supplanted, or put out of his
work, if he be capable to finish it; as no man, who
is not perfectly skilled in the original design, can,
with equal advantage to the master, finish the work
begun by another.
All employed in Masonry meekly receive their rewards, and use no disobliging name. Brother or
fellow are the terms or appellations they bestow on
each other.  They behave courteously within and
without the Lodge, and never desert the master till
the work is finished.
LAWS
For the Government of the Lodge.
You are to salute one another in a courteous manner, agreeably to the forms established among Masons;* you are freely to give such mutual instruc*In a lodge, Masons meet as members of one family; all
prejudices, therefore, on account of religion, country, or private opinion, are removed.




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tions as shall be thought necessary or expedient, not
being overseen or overheard, without encroaching
upon each other, or derogating from that respect
which is due to any gentleman were he not a Mason; for though, as Masons, we rank as brethren on
a level, yet Masonry deprives no man of the honor
due to his rank or character, but rather adds to his
honor, especially if he has deserved well of the Fraternity, who always render honor to whom it is due,
and avoid ill manners.
No private committees are to be allowed, or separate conversations encouraged; the master or wardens are not to be interrupted, or any brother speaking
to the master; but due decorum is to be observed,
and the proper respect paid to the master and presiding officers.
These laws are to be strictly enforced, that harmony may be preserved, and the business of the
Lodge be carried on with order and regularity.
Amen. So mote it be.
CHARGE,
On the.Behavior of Masons out of the Lodge.
WHEN the Lodge is closed, you may enjoy yourselves with innocent mirth; but you are carefully
to  avoid  excess.  You  are not to  compel any
brother to act contrary to his own inclination, or
give offense by word or deed, but enjoy a free and
easy conversation. You are to use no immoral or




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obscene discourse, but at all times support with propriety the dignity of your character.
You are to be cautious in your words and carriage, that the most penetrating stranger may not
discover, or find out, what is not proper to be intimated; and, if necessary, you are to wave a discourse, and manage it prudently, for the honor of
the Fraternity.
At home, and in your several neighborhuods, you
are to behave as wise and moral men. You are
never to communicate to your families, friends, or
acquaintance, the private transactions of our different assemblies; but upon every occasion to consult
your own honor and the reputation of the Fraternity
at large.
You are to study the preservation of health, by
avoiding irregularity and intemperance, that your
families may not be neglected and injured, or yourselves disabled from attending to your necessary employments in life.
If a stranger apply in the character of a Mason,
you are cautiously to examine him in such a method
as prudence may direct, and agreeably to the forms
established among Masons, that you may not be imposed upon by an ignorant, false pretender, whom
you are to reject with contempt; and beware of'giving him any secret hints of knowledge.  But if
you discover him to be a true and genuine brother,..you are to respect him; if he.. be in want, you are




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to relieve him, or direct him how he may be relieved; you are to employ him, or recommend him
to employment: however, you are never charged
to do beyond your ability; only to prefer a poor
brother, who is a good man and true, before any
other person in the same circumstances.
Finally: These rules you are always to observe and
enforce, _and also the duties which have been communicated in the lectures; cultivating brotherly love,
the foundation and cap-stone, the cement and glory
of this ancient Fraternity; avoiding, upon every occasion, wrangling  and quarreling, slandering and
backbiting; not permitting others to slander honest
brethren, but defending their characters, and doing.
them good offices as far as may be consistent with
your honor and safety, but no further. Hence all
may see the benign influence of Masonry, as all true
Masons have done from the beginning of the world,
and will do to the end of time. Amen. So mote
it be.
CHAPTER VII.
Prerequisites for a Candidate.
BY a late regulation adopted by most of the
Grand Lodges in America, no candidate for the
mysteries of Masonry can be initiated without having
been proposed at a previous regular meeting of the




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Lodge, in order that no one may be introduced
without due inquiry relative to his character and
qualifications.
All applications for initiation should be made by
petition in writing, signed by the applicant, giving
an account of his age, quality, occupation, and place
of residence, and that he is desirous of being admitted a member of the Fraternity; which petition
should be kept on file by the Secretary.
FORM OF A PETITION,
To be Presented by a Candidate for Initiation.
0     the worshipful Master, Wardens,
and Brethren of   -    Lodge of Free
and Accepted Masons.
The petition of the subscriber respectfully showeth that, having long entertained
a favorable opinion of your ancient institution, he is desirous of being admitted a
member thereof, if found worthy.
His place  of residence  is  —;  his
age,        years; his occupation,
(Signed)              A. B.
After this petition is read, the candidate must
be proposed in form by a member of the Lodge,
and the proposition seconded by another member:




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a committee is then appointed to make inquiry rela,
tive to his character and qualifications.
DECLARATION
To be assented to by a Candidate, in an adjoining
apartment, previous to Initiation.
0 you seriously declare, upon your
honor, before these gentlemen,* that,
unbiased by friends, and uninfluenced by
mercenary motives, you freely and voluntarily offer yourself a candidate for the
mysteries of Masonry?  I do.
Do you seriously declare, upon your
honor, before these gentlemen, that you
are prompted to solicit the privileges of
Masonry by a favorable opinion conceived
of the institution, a desire of knowledge,
and a sincere wish of being serviceable
to your fellow creatures?  I do.
Do you seriously declare, upon your
honor, before these gentlemen, that you
will cheerfully conform to all the ancient
established usages and customs of the
Fraternity? I do.
*The Stewards of the Lodge are usually present.




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After the above declarations are made and reported to the Master, he makes it known to the
Lodge, in manner following, viz.:
BRETHREN:
At the request of Mr. A. B., he has
been proposed and accepted in regular
form; I therefore recommend him as a
proper candidate for the mysteries of
Masonry, and worthy to partake of the
privileges of the Fraternity; and, in consequence  of a  declaration  of his intentions, voluntarily made, I believe he will
cheerfully conform to the rules of the
Order."
If there are then no objections made, the candidate is introduced in due form.
CHAPTER VIII.
Remarks on the First Lecture.
E shall now enter on a disquisition of the
different sections of the lectures appropriated to the several degrees of Masonry, giving a
brief summary of the whole, and annexing to every
remark the particulars to which the section alludes.




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By these means the industrious Mason will be instructed in the regular arrangement of the sections
in each lecture, and be enabled with more ease to
acquire a knowledge of the art.
The first lecture of Masonry is divided into three
sections, and each section into different clauses.
Virtue is painted in the most beautiful colors, and
the duties of morality are enforced. In it we are
taught such useful lessons as prepare the mind for
a regular advancement in the principles of knowledge and philosophy. These are imprinted on the
memory by lively and sensible images, to influence
our conduct in the proper discharges of the duties
of social life.
The First Section
In this lecture is suited to all capacities, and may
and ought to be known by every person who ranks as
a Mason. It consists of general heads, which, though
short and simple, carry weight with them. They
not only serve as marks of distinction, but communicate useful and interesting knowledge, when
they are duly investigated. They qualify us to try
and examine the rights of others to our privileges,
while they prove ourselves; and, as they induce us
to inquire more minutelyinto other particulars of
greater importance, they serve as an introduction to
subjects more amply explained in the following sections.




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A PRAYER,
Used at the Initiation of a Candidate.
Vi OUCHSAFE thine aid, Almighty
Father of the Universe, to this our
present convention; and  grant that this
candidate for Masonry may dedicate and
devote  his life  to  thy' service, and  become a true and faithful brother among
us!  Indue  him   with  a  competency of
thy Divine wisdom, that, by the secrets
of our art, he may be better enabled to
display the beauties of brotherly love, relief, and truth, to the honor of thy holy
name!  Amzen.
It is a duty incumbent on every Master of a Lodge,
before the ceremony of initiation takes place, to inform the candidate of the purpose and. design of the
institution; to explain the- nature of his solemn engagements; and, in a manner peculiar to Masons
alone, to require his cheerful acquiescence to the
duties of morality and virtue, and all the sacred
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EHOLD! how good and how pleasant
it is for brethren to dwell together
in unity!
It is like the precious ointment upon
the head, that ran down upon the beard,
even Aaron's beard, that went down to
the skirts of his garments:
As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew
that descended upon the mountains of
Zion: for there the Lord commanded the
blessing, even life for evermore.
Toward the close of the section is explained that
peculiar ensign of Masonry,
THE LAMB-SKIN,
Or white leather apron, which is an emblem
of innocence, and the badge of a Mason:
more ancient than the Golden Fleece or
Roman Eagle; more.honorable than the
Star and Garter, or any other Order that
could be conferred upon the candidate at
the time of his initiation, or at any time
thereafter, by king, prince, potentate, or




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any other person, except he be a Mason;
and which every one ought to wear with
equal pleasure to himself, and honor to
the Fraternity.
This section closes with an explanation
of the working tools and implements of an
entered apprentice, which are, the twentyfour-inch gauge and the common gavel.
THE TWENTY-FOUR-INCH GAUGE
Is an instrument made use of by operative
Masons, to measure and lay out their work;
but we, as Free and Accepted.Masons, are
taught to make use of it for the more noble and glorious purpose of dividing our
time. It being divided into twenty-four
equal parts is emblematical of the twentyfour hours of. the day, which we are taught
to divide into three equal parts, whereby
we find a portion for the service of God
and a distressed worthy brother  a portion
for our usual avocations; and a portion for
refreshment and sleep.




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THE COMMON GAVEL
Is an instrument made use of by operative
Masons to break off the corners of rough
stones, the better to fit them  for the builder's use; but we, as Free and Accepted
Masons, are taught to make use of it for
the  more noble and  glorious purpose of
divesting our minds and consciences of all
the vices and superfluities of life, thereby
fitting our bodies, as living stones, for that
spiritual building-that house not made
with hands, eternal in the heavens.
The Second Section
Rationally accounts for the origin of our hieroglyphical instruction, and'convinces us of the advantages
which will ever accompany a faithful observance
of our duty. It maintains, beyond the power of
contradiction, the propriety of our rites, while it
demonstrates to the most skeptical and hesitating
mind their excellency and utility; it illustrates, at the
same time, certain particulars, of which our ignorance
might lead us into error, and which, as Masons, we
are indispensably bound to know
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laws. What end can be more noble than the pursuit
of virtue? what motive more alluring than the practice of justice? or what instruction more beneficial
than an accurate elucidation of symbolical mysteries
which tend to embellish and adorn the mind?  Every
thing that strikes the eye more immediately engages
the attention, and imprints on the memory serious
and solemn truths: hence Masons, universally adopting this method of inculcating the tenets of their
Order by typical figures and allegorical emblems,
prevent their mysteries from descending into the familiar reach of inattentive and unprepared novices,
from whom they might not receive due veneration.
Our records inform us that the usages and customs
of Masons have ever corresponded with those of the
Egyptian philosophers, to which they bear a near
affinity. Unwilling to expose their mysteries to vulgar eyes, they concealed their particular tenets and
principles of polity under hieroglyphical figures, and
expressed their notions of government by signs and
symbols, which they communicated to their Magi
alone, who were bound by oath not to reveal them.
The Pythagorean system seems to have been established. on a similar plan, and many Orders of a more
recent date. Masonry, however, is not only the most
ancient, but the most moral institution that ever subsisted; every character, figure, and emblem depicted
in a Lodge has a moral tendency, and inculcates the
practice of virtue.




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THE BADGE  OF A MASON.
VERY candidate, at his initiation, is presented
with a lamb-skin, or white leather apron.
The lamb has, in all ages, been deemed
an emblem  of innocence; he, therefore,
who wears the lamb-skin as a badge of
Masonry, is thereby continually reminded
of that purity of life and conduct which is
essentially.necessary to his gaining admission into the Celestial Lodge above, where
the Supreme Architect of the Universe
presides.
The Third Section
Explains the nature and principles of our
constitution, and teaches us to discharge
with propriety the duties of our respective
stations. Here, too, we receive instruction
relative to the FORM, SUPPORTS, COVERING, FURNITURE, ORNAMENTS, LIGHTS, and
JEWELS of a Lodge, how it should be situated, and to whom  dedicated; and our
attention is directed to the
3




34        FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
HOLY BIBLE,
*   *   *   *   *   *   *   *.
Which is always open when the Lodge
is, at work, and which is considered by
Masons to be as indispensable as a
CHARTER
Or warrant from the Grand Lodge empowering them to work.
From east to west Freemasonry extends,
and between the north and south, in every
clime and nation, are Masons to be found,
either-on the
HIGH HILL
Of prosperity, or in the
LOW VALE
Of adversity.
Our institution is said to be supported
by
WISDOM, STRENGTH, AND BEAUTY;
Because it is necessary that there should
be wisdom to contrive, strength to support,




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and beauty to adorn all great and important undertakings.
ITS DIMENSIONS
Are unlimited, and
ITS COVERING
No less than a clouded canopy or a
starry-decked heaven. To this object the
Mason's mind is continually directed, and
thither he hopes at last to arrive, by the
aid of the
THEOLOGICAL LADDER,
Which Jacob, in his vision, saw ascending
from earth to heaven; the
THREE PRINCIPAL ROUNDS
Of which are denominated faith, hope, and
charity, and which admonish us to have
faith in God, hope in immortality, and
charity to all mankind.
Every well-governed Lodge is
FURNISHED
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36        FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
Compass. The Bible points out the path
that leads to happiness, and is dedicated
to God; the squmare teaches us to regulate
our conduct by the'principles of morality
and virtue, and is dedicated to the Master;
the compass teaches us to limit our desires
in every station, and is dedicated to the
Craft.
THE BIBLE
Is dedicated to the service of God, because
it is the inestimable gift of God to man;
the square to the Master, because, being
the proper Masonic emblem of his office,
it is constantly to remind him of the duty
he owes to the Lodge over which he is
appointed to preside; and the compass to
the Craft, because, by a due attention to
its use, they are taught to regulate their
desires and keep their passions within due
bounds.
THE ORNAMENTAL
Parts of a Lodge displayed in this section
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meet is a representation of the ground
floor of King Solomon's Te4mple; the indented tessel, that beautiful tesselated border or skirting which surriounded it; and
the blazing star.in the center is commemorative of the star which appeared to guide
the wise men of the East to the place of
our Savior's nativity. The Mosaic pavement is emblematic of human life, checkered with good and evil; the beautiful
border which surrounds it, those blessings
and comforts which surround us, and which
we hope to obtain by a faithful reliance on
Divine Providence, which is hieroglyphically represented by the blazing star in the
center.
W    LUX.   E
THE MOVABLE AND IMMOVABLE JEWELS
Also claim our attention in this section.
The rough ashier is a stone as taken from
the quarry in its rude and natural state.
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the hands of the workman, to be adjusted
by the tools of the fellow-craft. The trestle-board is for the Master workman to
draw his designs upon.
By the rouggh ashler we are reminded of,our rude and imperfect state by nature;
by the perfect ashier, that state of perfection at which we hope to arrive by a virtuous education, our own endeavors, and
the blessing of God; and by the trestle-board we are reminded that, as the operative workman erects his temporal building
agreeably to the rules and designs laid
down by the Master on his trestle-board,
so should we, both operative and speculative, endeavor to erect our spiritual building agreeably to the rules and designs laid
down by the Supreme Architect of the
Universe in the Book of Life, or the
Holy Scriptures, which is our spiritual
trestle-board.
In this section likewise our attention is
called to those important tools of a Mason,
the




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SQUARE, LEVEL, AND PLUMB,
And their uses are explained.
IW          E
TO WHOM DEDICATED.
By a recurrence to the chapter upon the
dedication of Lodges, it will be perceived
that, although our ancient brethren dedicated their Lodges to King Solomon, yet
Masons professing Christianity dedicate
theirs to St. John the Baptist and St.
John the Evangelist, who were eminent
patrons of Masonry; and since their time
there is represented in every regular and
well-governed Lodge a certain
POINT WITHIN A CIRCLE;
Thepoint representing an individual brother; the circle representing the boundary
line of his duty to God and man, beyond
which he is never to suffer his passions,
prejudices or interest to betray him on
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40           FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
by two perpendicular parallel lines, representing  St. John  the Baptist, and  St.
John the Evangelist, who were perfect
parallels in Christianity as well as Masonry; and upon the vertex rests the book
of
HOLY SCRIPTURES,
Which points out the whole duty of man.
In going round this circle, we necessarily.touch upon these two lines, as well as upon
the Holy Scriptures; and while a Mason
keeps himself thus circumscribed, it is
impossible. that he should materially err.
This section, though the last in rank, is not the
least considerable in importance.  It strengthen'
those which precede, and enforces in the most en
gaging manner a due regard to character and be
havior in public as well as in private life, in the
Lodge as well as in the general commerce of so
ciety. It forcibly inculcates the most instructive
lessons. Brotherly love, relief, and truth are themes
on which we here expatiate.
OF BROTHERLY LOVE.
By the exercise of brotherly love, we
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FREEMASON S MONITOR.      41
species as one family, the high and low,
the rich and poor; who, as created by
one Almighty Parent, and inhabitants
of the same planet, are to aid, support,
and protect each other. On this principle Masonry unites men of every country,
sect, and opinion, and conciliates true
friendship among those who might otherwise have remained at a perpetual distance.
OF RELIEF.
To relieve the distressed is a duty
incumbent on all men; but particularly
on Masons, who are linked together by
an indissoluble chain of sincere affection. To soothe the unhappy, to sympathize with their misfortunes, to compassionate their miseries, and to restore peace
to their troubled minds, is the grand aim
we have in view. On this basis we form
our friendships and establish our connections.
OF TRUTH.
Truth is a Divine attribute, and the
foundation of every virtue, To be good




42          FREEMASON S MONITOR.
and true is the first lesson we are taught
in Masonry.  On this theme we contemplate, and by its dictates endeavor to
regulate our conduct; hence, while influenced by this principle, hypocrisy and
deceit are unknown among us, sincerity
and plain dealing distinguish us, and the
heart and tongue join in promoting each
other's welfare, and rejoicing in each
other's prosperity.
To this illustration succeeds an explanation of the
four cardinal virtues- Temperance, Fortitude, Prudence,
and Justice; the illustration of which virtues is accompanied with some general observations'peculiar to
Masons.
TEMPERANCE
Is that due restraint upon our affections
and passions which renders the body tame
and governable, and frees the mind from
the  allurements of vice.   This virtue
should be the constant practice of every
Mason, as he is thereby taught to avoid
excess, or contracting any licentious or
vicious habit, the  indulgence of which
might lead him to disclose some of those




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~valuable secrets which he has promised
to conceal and never reveal, and which
would consequently subject him to the
contempt and detestation of all good
AMasons.
*   *   * *     *   *   *   *
FORTITUDE
Is that noble and steady purpose of the
mind whereby we are'enabled to undergo
any pain,' peril, or danger, when prudentially deemed expedient. This virtue is
equally distant from rashness and cowardice, and, like the former, should be deeply
impressed upon the mind of every Mason,'
as a safeguard or security against any
illegal attack that may be made, by force
or otherwise, to extort from him any of
those secrets with which he has been so
solemnly intrusted, and which was emblematically represented upon his first admission into the Lodge.
PRUDENCE
Teaches us to regulate our lives and
actions agreeably to the dictates of rea




44    ~ F~REEMASON'S MONITOR.
son, and is that habit by which we wisely
judge and prudentially determine on all
things relative to our present as well as to
our future happiness. This virtue should
be the peculiar characteristic of every
Mason, not only for the government of his
conduct while in the Lodge, but also when
abroad in the world; it should be particularly attended to in all strange and mixed
companies, never to let fall the least sign,
token, or word whereby the secrets of
Masonry might be unlawfully obtained,
JUSTICE
Is that standard or boundary of right,
which enables us to render to every man his
just due, without distinction. This virtue
is not only consistent with Divine and
human laws, but is the very cement and
support of civil society; and, as justice in
a great measure constitutes the real good
man, so should it be the invariable practice of every Mason never to deviate from
the minutest principles thereof,
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The distinguishing characteristics of the
aspirant for Masonic honors should be
FREEDOM, FERVENCY, AND ZEAL.
The exercise of these qualities will inevitably assure an appropriate and lasting
reward
Such is the arrangement of the different sections
in the first lecture, which, with the forms adopted at
the opening and closing of a Lodge, comprehends
the whole of the first degree of Masonry. This plan
has the advantage of regularity to recommend it, the
support of precedent and authority, and the sanction
and respect which flow from antiquity. The whole
is a regular system of morality, conceived in a strain
of interesting allegory, which must unfold its beauties to the candid and industrious inquirer.
CHARGE
At Initiation into the First Degree.
ROTHER: As you are now introduced
into the first principles of Masonry,
I congratulate you on being accepted into
this ancient and honorable Order-ancient,
as having subsisted from time immemorial;
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46        FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
ticular, so to render all men who will be
conformable to its precepts. No institution was ever raised on a better principle
or more solid foundation; nor were ever
more excellent rules and useful masxims
laid down than are inculcated in the
several Masonic lectures.' The greatest
and best of men in all ages have been
encouragers and promoters of the art, and
have never- deemed it derogatory from
their dignity to level themselves with
the Fraternity, extend their privileges,
and patronize their assemblies.
There are three great duties, which,
as a Mason, you are charged to inculcate-to God, your neighbor, and yourself.
To God, in never mentioning his name
but with that reverential awe which is
due from a creature to his Creator; to
implore his aid in all your laudable undertakings, and to esteem him as your chief
good: to your neighbor, in acting upon the
square, and doing unto him as you wish he
should do unto you: and to yourself, in
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ance, which may impair your faculties, or
debase the dignity of your profession. A
zealous attachment to these duties will
insure public and private esteem.
In the state, you are to be a quiet and
peaceful subject, true to your government,
and just to your country; you are not to
countenance disloyalty or rebellion, but
patiently.submit to legal authority, and
conform with cheerfulness to the government of the country in which you live.
In your outward demeanor be particularly careful to avoid censure or reproach.
Let not interest, favor, or prejudice bias
your integrity, or influence you to be
guilty of a dishonorable action. Although
your frequent appearance at our regular
meetings is earnestly solicited, yet it is
not meant that Masonry should interfere
with your necessary vocations, for these
are on no account to be neglected; neither
are you to suffer your zeal for the institution to lead you into argument with those
who, through ignorance, mlay ridicule it.
At your leisure hours, that you may im



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prove in Masonic knowledge, you are to
converse with well-informed brethren, who
will be always as ready to give as you
will be ready to receive instruction.
Finally: keep sacred and inviolable
the mysteries of the Order, as these are
to distinguish you from  the rest of the
community, and mark your consequence
among Masons.  If, in the circle of your
acquaintance, you find a person desirous
of being initiated into Masonry, be particularly attentive not to recommend him
unless you are convinced he will conform
to our rules; that the honor, glory, and
reputation of the institution may be firmly
established, and the world at large convinced of its good effects.
CHAPTER IX.
Remarks on.the Second Degree
ASONRY is a progressive science, and is di_[ vided into two different classes or degrees, for
the more regular advancement in the knowledge of
its mysteries. According to the progress we make,
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to our capacity, we attain to a less or greater degree
of perfection.
Masonry includes within its circle almost every
branch of polite learning. Under the vail of its
mysteries is comprehended a regular system of science. Many of its illustrations, to the confined genius, may appear unimportant; but the man of more
enlarged faculties will perceive them to be, in the
highest degree, useful and interesting. To please
the accomplished scholar and ingenious artist, Masonry is wisely planned, and, in the investigation of
its latent doctrines, the philosopher and mathematician may experience equal delight and satisfaction.
To exhaust the various subjects of which it treats
would transcend the powers of the brightest genius;
still, however, nearer approaches to perfection may be
made, and the man of wisdom will not check the progress of his abilities, though the task he attempts may
at first seem insurmountable. Perseverance and application remove each difficulty as it occurs; every step
he advances, new pleasures open to his view, and
instruction of the noblest kind attends his-researches.
In the diligent pursuit of knowledge, the intellectual
faculties are employed in promoting the glory of
God and the good of man.
The first degree is well calculated to enforce the
duties of morality, and imprint on the memory the
noblest principles which can adorn the human mind.
It is, therefore, the best introduction to the second
degree, which not only extends the same plan, but
comprehends a more diffusive system of knowledge.
Here practice and theory join in qualifying the
industrious Mason to share the pleasures which an
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advancement in the art must necessarily afford. Listening with attention to the wise opinions of experienced craftsmen on important subjects, he gradually familiarizes his mind to useful instruction, and
is soon enabled to investigate truths of the utmost
concern in the general transactions of life.
From this system proceeds a rational amusement;
while the mental powers are fully employed, the
judgment is properly exercised; a spirit of emulation prevails; and all are induced to vie, who shall
most excel in promoting the valuable rules of the
institution.
The First Section
Of the second degree accurately elucidates the
mode of introduction into that particular class, and
instructs the diligent craftsman how to proceed in
the proper arrangement of the ceremonies used on
the occasion. It qualifies him to judge of their importance, and convinces him of the necessity of
strictly adhering to every established usage of the
Order.  Here he is intrusted with particular tests, to
enable him to prove his title to the privileges of this
degree, while satisfactory reasons are given for their
origin. Many duties, which cement, in the firmest
union, well-informed brethren, are illustrated in this
section; and an opportunity is given to make such
advances in Masonry as will always distinguish the
abilities of those who have arrived at preferment.
The knowledge of this section is absolutely necessary
for all craftsmen, and, as it recapitulates the ceremony
of initiation, and contains many other important particulars, no officer or member of a Lodge should be
unacquainted with it.




FREEMASON S MIONITOR.       51
The following is introduced during the ceremonies:
"Thus he showed me; and, behold, the
Lord stood upon a wall made by a plumbline, with a plumb-line in his hand.  And
the Lord said to me, Amos, what seest
thou?  And I said, A plumb-line.  Then
said the Lord, Behold, I will set a plumbline in the midst of my people Israel: I
will not again pass by them any more." —
Anmos, vii: 7, 8.
THE PLUMB, SQUARE, AND LEVEL,
Those noble and useful implements of a fellowcraft, are here introduced and moralized, and serve
as a constant admonition to the practice of virtue
and morality.
The plumb is an instrument made use of
by operative Miasons, to raise perpendiculars; the square, to square their work; and
the level, to lay horizontals; but we, as Free
and Accepted Masons, are taught to make
use of them for more noble and glorious
purposes; the plumb admonishes us to walk
uprightly in our several stations before
God and man, squaring our actions by the
square of virtue, and remembering that we
are traveling upon the level of time to that




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"undiscovered  country from  whose bourn
no traveler returns."
The Second Section
Of this degree has recourse to the origin of the
institution, and views Masonry under two denominations, operative and speculative. These are separately
considered, and the principles on which both are
founded particularly explained.  Their affinity is
pointed out by allegorical figures and typical representations. The period stipulated for rewarding merit
is fixed, and the inimitable moral to which that circumstance alludes is explained; the creation of the
world is described, and many particulars recited, all
of which have been carefully preserved among Masons, and transmitted from one age to another by
oral tradition.
Circumstances of great importance to the Fraternity are here particularized, and many traditional
tenets and customs confirmed by sacred and profane
record. The celestial and terrestrial globes are considered; and here the accomplished gentleman may
display his talents to advantage, in the elucidation
of the Orders of Architecture, the Senses of human
nature, and the liberal Arts and Sciences, which are
severally classed in a regular arrangement. In short,
this section contains a store of valuable knowledge,
founded on reason and sacred record, both entertaining and instructive.




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Masonry is considered under two denominationsoperative and speculative.
OPERATIVE MASONRY.
By operative Masonry we allude to a
proper application of the useful rules of
architecture, whence a structure will derive figure, strength, and beauty, and
whence will result a due proportion and a
just correspondence in all its parts.  It
furnishes us with dwellings, and convenient shelters from the vicissitudes and inclemencies of the seasons; and, while it
displays the effects of human wisdom, as
well in the choice as in the arrangement
of the sundry materials of which an edifice
is composed, it demonstrates that a fund of
science and industry is implanted in man
for the best, most salutary, and beneficent
purposes.
SPECULATIVE MASONRY.
By speculative Masonry we learn to subdue the passions, act upon the square, keep
a tongue of good report, maintain secrecy,
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woven with religion as to lay us under obligations to pay that rational homage to
the Deity, which at once constitutes our
duty and our happiness. It leads the contemplative to view with reverence and admiration the glorious works of the creation,
and inspires him with the most exalted
ideas of the perfections of his Divine Creator.
In six days God created the heavens and
the earth, and rested upon the seventh day;
the seventh, therefore, our ancient brethren consecrated as a day of rest from their
labors, thereby enjoying frequent opportunities to contemplate the glorious works
of the creation, and to adore their great
Creator.
The doctrine of the spheres is included
in the science of astronomy, and particularly considered in this section.
Here are introduced and explained emblems of'
PEACE, UNITY, AND PLENTY.




FREEMASON S MONITOR.       55
OF' THIE GLOBES.
HE globes are two artificial spherical
bodies, on the convex surface of which
are represented the countries, seas, and
various parts of the earth, the face of the
heavens, the planetary revolutions, and
other particulars.
The sphere with the parts of the earth
delineated on its surface is called the terrestrial globe; and that with the constellations and other heavenly bodies, the celestial globe.
THE USE OF THE GLOBES.
Their principal use, besides serving as
maps to distinguish the outward parts of
the earth, and the situation of the fixed
stars, is to illustrate and explain the phenomena arising from the annual revolution
and the diurnal rotation of the earth round
its own axis. They are the noblest instruments for improving the mind, and giving
-it the most distinct idea of any problem
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56         FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
solve the same.  Contemplating these bodies, we are inspired with a due reverence
for the Deity and his works, and are induced to encourage the studies of astronomy, geography, navigation, and the arts
dependent on them, by which society has
been so much benefited.
The orders of architecture come under consideration in this section; a brief description of them may,
therefore, not be improper.
OF ORDER IN ARCHITECTURE.
Y  order in architecture is meant a
system of all the members, proportions, and ornaments of columns and pilasters; or, it is a regular arrangement of
the projecting parts of a building, which,
united with those of a column, form a beautiful, perfect, and complete whole.
OF ITS ANTIQUITY.
From the first formation of society,
order in  architecture  may  be  traced.
When the rigor of seasons obliged men to
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the weather, we learn that they first
planted trees on end, and then laid others
across to support a covering.  The bands
which connected those trees at top and
bottom are said to have given rise to the
idea of the base and capital of pillars;
and from this simple hint originally proceeded the more improved art of architecture.
The five orders are thus classed: the
Tuscan,.Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Comnposite.
THE TUSCAN
Is the most simple and solid of the five
orders.  It was invented in Tuscany,
whence it derives its name. Its column is
seven diameters high; and its capital,
base, and entablature have but few moldings. The simplicity of the construction
of this column renders it eligible where
ornament would be superfluous.
THE DORIC,
Which is plain and natural, is the most
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Its column is eight diameters high, and
has seldom any ornaments on base or capital, except moldings; though the frieze is
distinguished by triglyphs and metopes,
and triglyphs compose the ornaments of
the frieze. The solid composition of this
order gives it a preference in structures
where strength and noble simplicity are
chiefly required.
The Doric is the best proportioned of
all the orders; the several parts of which
it is composed are founded on the natural
position of solid bodies. In its first invention it was more simple than in its present
state. In after times, when it began to be
adorned, it gained the name of Doric; for
when it was constructed in its primitive
and simple form, the name of Tuscan was
conferred on it. Hence the Tuscan precedes the Doric in rank, on account of its
resemblance to that pillar in its original
state.
THE IONIC
Bears a kind of mean proportion between
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column is nine diameters high; its capital
is adorned with volutes, and its cornice
has dentals.  There is both delicacy and
ingenuity displayed in this pillar, the
invention of which is attributed to the
Ionians, as the famous Temple of Diana
at Ephesus was of this ordeer.  It is said
to have been formed after the model of an
agreeable young woman, of an elegant
shape, dressed in her hair, as a contrast to
the Doric order, which was formed after
that of a strong, robust man.
THE CORINTHIAN,
The richest of the five orders, is deemed a
masterpiece of art. Its column is ten
diameters high, and its capital is adorned
with two rows of leaves and eight volutes,
which sustain the abacus. The frieze is
ornamented with curious devices, the cornice with dentals and modillions.
This order is used in stately and superb
structures. It was invented at Corinth,
by Callimachus, who is said to have taken
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the following remarkable circumstance:
Accidentally passing by the tomb of a
young lady, he perceived a basket of toys,
covered with a tile, placed over an acanthus root, having been left there by her
nurse. As the branches grew up, they
encompassed the basket, till, arriving at
the tile, they met with an obstruction, and
bent downward. Callimachus, struck with
the object, set about imitating the figure:
the base of the capital he made to represent the basket; the abacus the tile; and
the volutes the bending leaves.
THE COMPOSITE
Is compounded of the other orders, and
was contrived by the Romans. Its capital
has the two rows of leaves of the Corinthian, and the volutes of the Ionic.  Its
column has the quarter-round, as the Tuscan and Doric order; is ten diameters
high, and its cornice has dentals or simple
modillions. This pillar is generally found
in buildings where strength, elegance and
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OF THE INVENTION OF ORDER IN ARCHITECTURE.
The ancient and original orders of architecture, revered by Masons, are no more
than three, the DORIc, IONIC, and CoRINTHIAN, which were invented by the
Greeks. To these the Romans have added
two: the Tuscan, which they made plainer
than the Doric; and the Composite, which
was more ornamental, if not more beautiful, than the Corinthian. The first three
orders alone, however, show invention and
particular character, and essentially differ
from each other; the two others have
nothing but what is borrowed, and differ
only accidentally: the Tuscan is the Doric
in its earliest state; and the Composite is
the Corinthian, enriched with the Ionic.
To the Greeks, therefore, and not to the
Romans, we are indebted for what is great,
judicious, and distinct in architecture.




62          FREE3IASON S MONITOR.OFX THE FI VE SEENES
OF HUMAN NATURE.
AN  analysis of the human faculties is next given
in this section, in which the five external senses
particularly claim attention; these are: hearing, seeing, feeling, smelling, and tasting.
HEARING
Is that sense'by which we distinguish
sounds, and are capable of enjoying all
the agreeable charms of music.  By it we
are enabled to enjoy the pleasures of
society, and reciprocally to communicate
to each other our thoughts and intentions,
our purposes and desires; while thus our
reason is capable of exerting its utmost
power and energy.
lThe wise and beneficent Author of Nature intended, by the formation of this
sense, that we should be social creatures,
and receive the greatest and most important part of our knowledge by the information of others.  For these purposes we
are endowed with hearing, that by a proper




FREEMASON'S MONITOR.-     63exertion of our rational powers, our happiness may be complete.
SEEING
Is that'sense by which we distinguish
objects, and in an instant of time, without
change of place or situation, view armies
in battle array, figures of the most stately
structures, and all the agreeable variety
displayed in the landscape of nature. By
this sense we find our way in the pathless
ocean, traverse the globe of earth, determine its figure and dimensions, and delineate any region or quarter of it. By it
we measure the planetary orbs, and make
new discoveries in the sphere of the fixed
stars. Nay, more: by it we perceive the
tempers and dispositions, the passions and
affections of our fellow-creatures, when
they wish most to conceal them; so that,
though the tongue may be taught to lie
and dissemble, the countenance would display the hypocrisy.. to the discerning eye.
In-fine, the rays of light, which administer
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parts of the animated creation, and render
the eye a peculiar object of admiration.
Of all the faculties, sight is the noblest.
The structure of the eye, and its appurtenances, evinces the admirable contrivance
of Nature for performing all its various external and internal motions; while the variety displayed in the eyes of different
animals, suited to their several ways of
life, clearly demonstrates this organ to be
the masterpiece of Nature's work.
FEELING
Is that sense by which we distinguish the
different qualities of bodies; such as heat
and cold, hardness and softness, roughness
and smoothness, figure, solidity, motion,
and extension.
These three senses, Hearitng, Seeing, and
Feeling, are deemed peculiarly essential
among Masons.
SMELLING
Is that sense by which we distinguish
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different impressions to the mind. Animal and vegetable bodies, and, indeed,
most other bodies, while exposed to the
air, continually send forth effluvia of vast
subtilty, as well in the state of life and
growth, as in the state of fermentation
and putrefaction.  These effluvia, being
drawn into the nostrils along with the air,
are the means by which all bodies are
smelled. Hence it is evident thati there
is a manifest appearance of design in the
great Creator's having planted the organ
of smell in  the inside  of that canal
through which the air continually passes
in respiration.
TASTING
Enables us to make a proper distinction
in the choice of our food. The organ of
this sense guards the entrance of the alimentary canal, as that of smelling guards
the entrance of the canal for respiration.
From the situation of both these organs
it is plain that they were intended by Nature to distinguish wholesome food from
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that which is nauseous. Every thing that
enters into the stomach must undergo the
scrutiny of tasting; and by it we are
capable of discerning the changes which
the same body undergoes in the different
compositions of art, cookery, chemistry,
pharmacy, etc.
Smelling and tasting are inseparably
connected, and it is by the unnatural kind
of life men commonly lead in society, that
these senses are rendered less fit to perform their natural offices.
On the mind all our knowledge must
depend: what, therefore, can be a more
proper subject for the investigation of
Masons?  By anatomical dissection and
observation we become acquainted with
the body; but it is by the anatomy of the
mind alone we discover its powers and
principles.
To sum up the whole of this transcendent measure of God's bounty to man, we
shall add, that memory, imagination, taste,
reasoning, moral perception, and all the
active powers of the soul, present a vast




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and boundless field for philosophical disquisition, which far exceeds human inquiry, and are peculiar mysteries, known
only to nature and to nature's God, to
whom we and all are indebted for creation, preservation, and every blessing we
enJoy.
OF THE SEVEN LIBERAL ARTS
AND  SCIENCES.
HE seven liberal ARTs and SCIENCES
are next illustrated in this section:
it may not, therefore, be improper to insert here a short explanation of them.
GRAMMARTeaches the proper arrangement of words,
according to the idiom or dialect of any
particular people; and that excellency of
pronunciation which enables us to speak
or write a language with accuracy, agreeably to reason and correct usage.
RHETORIC
Teaches us to speak copiously and fluently
on any subject, not merely with propriety,




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but with all the advantages of force and
elegance; wisely contriving to captivate
the hearer by strength of argument and
beauty of expression, whether it be to entreat or exhort, to admonish or applaud.
LOGIC
Teaches us to guide our reason discretionally in the general knowledge of things,
and directs our inquiries after truth. It
consists of a regular train of argument,
whence we infer, deduce, and conclude,
according to certain premises laid down,
admitted, or granted; and in it are employed the faculties of conceiving, judging, reasoning, and disposing; all of which
are naturally led on from one gradation to
another, till the point in question is finally
determined.
ARITHMETIC
Teaches the powers and properties of
numbers, which is variously effected, by
letters, tables, figures, and instruments.
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are given for finding out any certain number, whose relation or affinity to another
is already known or- discovered.
GEOMETRY
Treats of the powers and properties of
magnitudes in general, where length,
breadth, and thickness are considered,
from a point to a line, from a line to a
superficies, and from  a superficies to a
solid..A point is a dimensionless figure, or
an indivisible part of space.
A  line is a point continued, and a
figure of one capacity, namely, length.
A superficies is a figure of two dimensions, namely, length and-breadth.
A solid is a figure of three dimensions,
namely, length, breadth, and thickness.
OF THE ADVANTAGES OF GEOMETRY.
By this science, the architect is enabled to construct his plans and execute
his designs; the general to arrange his
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for encampments; the geographer to give
us the dimensions of the world, and all
things therein contained; to delineate the
extent of seas, and specify the divisions
of empires, kingdoms, and provinces;' by
it, also, the astronomer is enabled  to
make his observations, and to fix the
duration of times and seasons, years and
cycles. In fine, geometry is the foundation of architecture, and the root of the
mathematics.
MUSIC
Teaches the art of forming concords, so
as to compose delightful harmony, by a
mathematical and proportional arrangement of acute, grave, and mixed sounds.
This art, by a series of experiments, is
reduced to a demonstrative science, with
respect to tones, and the intervals of
sound. It inquires into the nature of
concords and discords, and enables us to
find out the proportion between them by
numbers.




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ASTRONOMY
Is that Divine art by which we are
taught to read the wisdom, strength, and
beauty of the Almighty Creator, in those
sacred pages, the celestial hemisphere.
Assisted by astronomy, we can observe the
motions, measure the distances, comprehend the magnitudes, and calculate the
periods and eclipses of the heavenly bodies.
By it we learn the use of the globes, the
system of the world, and the preliminary
law of nature. While we are employed
in the study of this science, we must perceive unparalleled instances of wisdom and
goodness, and, through the whole creation,
trace the glorious Author by his works.
After this follows an emblem of PLENTY, which is
symbolically explained:
CORN,
WINE,
OIL.
G




72          FREEMIASON'S MONITOR.
OF THE MORAL ADVANTAGES OF
GEOMETRY.
From this theme we proceed to illustrate the moral
advantages of Geometry, a subject on which the following observations may not be unacceptable.
Geometry, the first and noblest of sciences, is the basis on which the superstruc
ture of Masonry is erected. By geometry
we may curiously trace nature, through het
various windings, to her most concealed
recesses. By it we discover the power,
the wisdom, and the goodness of the Grand
Artificer of the Universe, and view with
delight the proportions which connect this
vast machine.  By it we discover how the
planets move in their different orbits, and
demonstrate their various revolutions. By
it we account for the return of seasons, and
the variety of scenes which each season
displays to the discerning eye. Numberless worlds are around us, all framed by
the same Divine Artist, which roll through
the vast expanse, and are all conducted
by the same unerring law of nature.




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A survey of nature, and the observation
of her beautiful proportions, first determined man to imitate the Divine plan, and
study symmetry and order. This gave
rise to societies, and birth to every useful
art. The architect began to design; and
the plans which he laid down, being improved by experience and time, have produced works which are the admiration of
every age.
The lapse of time, the ruthless hand of
ignorance, and the devastations of war,
have laid waste and destroyed many valuable monuments of antiquity on which the
utmost exertions of human genius have
been employed. Even the Temple of
Solomon, so spacious and magnificent,
and constructed by so many celebrated
artists, escaped not the unsparing ravages of barbarous force. Freemasonry,
notwithstanding, has still survived. The
ATTENTIVE EAR
receives the sound from the
INSTRUCTIVE TONGUE,




74          FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
and the mysteries of Masonry are safely
lodged in the repository of
FAITHFUL BREASTS.
Tools and implements of architecture are
selected by the Fraternity to imprint on
the memory wise and serious truths;
and thus, through a succession of ages,
are transmitted unimpaired the excellent
tenets of our institution.
Thus end the two sections of the second lecture;
which, with the ceremony used at opening and closing the Lodge, comprehend the whole of the second
degree of Masonry. This lecture contains a regular
system of science, demonstrated on the clearest principles, and established on the firmest foundation.
CHAR G E
At Initiation into the- Second Degree.
ROTHER: Being  advanced  to the
second degree of Masonry, we congratulate you on your preferment.  The
internal, and not the external, qualifications of a man are what Masonry regards.
As you increase in knowledge, you will
improve in social intercourse.




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It is unnecessary to recapitulate the
duties which, as a Mason, you are bound
to discharge, or enlarge on the necessity
of a strict adherence to them, as your
own experience must have established
their value.
Our laws and regulations you are strenuously to support, and be always ready to
assist in seeing them duly executed. You
are not to palliate or aggravate the offenses of your brethren; but in the decision of every trespass against our rules you
are to judge with candor, admonish with
friendship, and reprehend with justice.
The study of the liberal arts, that valuable branch of education, which tends so
effectually to polish and adorn the mind,
is earnestly recommended to your consideration, especially the science of geometry, which is established as the basis of our
art.  Geometry or Masonry, originally
synonymous terms, being of a Divine and
moral nature, is enriched with the most
useful knowledge: while it proves the
wonderful properties of nature, it demon



76           FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
strates the more important truths of
morality.
Your past behavior and regular deportment have merited  the  honor which we
have now conferred; and in your new character it is expected that you will conform
to the principles of the Order, by steadily
persevering in the practice of every commendable virtue.
Such is the nature of your engagements
as a fellow-craft, and to these duties you
are bound by the most sacred ties.
CHAPTER X.
Remarks on the Third Degree.
F ROM  this class the rulers of regular bodies of
Masons, in the first three degrees, are selected,
as it is only from those who are capable of giving
instruction that we can properly expect to receive it.
The lecture of this degree, considered separately from
the duties and ceremonies appertaining to the degree
of Presiding or Past Master, is divided into three sections.




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The First Section.
The ceremoiny of initiation into the third degree
is particularly specified in this branch of the lecture,
and here many other useful instructions are given.
Such is the importance of this section, that we may
safely declare, that the person who is unacquainted
with it is ill qualified to act as a ruler or governor of
the work.
SCRIPTURE.
The following passage of Scripture is introduced
during the ceremonies:
Remember now thy Creator in the days
of thy youth, while the evil days come not,
nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt
say, I have no pleasure in them; while the
sun, or the light, or the moon, or the stars,
be not darkened, nor the clouds return.
after the rain: in the day when the keepers
of the house shall tremble, and the strong
men shall bow themselves, and the grinders cease because they are few, and those
thatt look out of the windows be darkened,
and the'doors shall be shut in the streets,
when the sound of the grinding is low; and
he shall rise up at the voice of the bird,
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78         FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
brought low. Also when they shall be
afraid of that which is high; and fears
shall be in the way, and the almond-tree
shall flourish, and the grasshopper shall
be a burden, and desire shall fail: because
man goeth to his long home, and the
mourners go about the streets: or ever the
silver cord be loosed, or the golden bowl
be broken, or the pitcher be broken at the
fountain, or the wheel broken at the cistern. Then shall the dust return to the
earth as it was, and the spirit shall return
unto God who gave it.-Eccles.-xii: 1-7.
THE WORKING TOOLS
Of a Master Mason, which are illustrated
in this section, are all the implements of
Masonry indiscriminately, but more especially
THE TROWEL.
The TROWEL is an instrument made use
of by operative Masons to spread the cement which unites a building into one common mass; but we, as Free and Accepted
Masons, are taught to make use of it for




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the more noble and glorious purpose of
spreading the cement of brotherly love and
affection; that cement which unites us into
one sacred band, or society of friends and
brothers, among whom no contention should
ever exist, but that noble contention, or
rather emulation, of who best can work
or best agree.
The Second Section
Recites the historical traditions of the Order, and presents to view a finished picture of the utmost consequence to the Fraternity. It exemplifies an instance
of virtue, fortitude, and integrity, seldom equaled,
and never excelled, in the history of man.
*    *    *       ok   *, *..




80'             FREEMASON'S 3MONITOR.FUNERAL DIRGE.
1. Sol — emn strikes the fun-'ral chime, Notes of
2. Mor-tals, now  in-dulge  a  tear, For mori(' —'=~ —   -L -- -                            ----
3. Here an - oth - er guest we bring! Seraphs
4. Lord of   all  be- low, a - bove,  Fill our
I t L-_ —:i: -:E-E- I-Eour  de- part-ing  time;  As we  jour- ney
tal - i - ty  is  -here;  See how  wide her
I
of   ce - les - tial wing,   To  our  fun' - ral
souls with Truth and Love; As dis - solves our
R --— t —                      - -n- — t-E- ____  -t..
~' -I. — — Tt-                       — t
here be- low, Through a pil-grim-age  of woe.
trophies wave O'er the slumbers of the grave.
4_-_.
al - tar come, Waft our friend and brother home.
earth-ly  tie, Take us  to  thy Lodge on high!




PREEMASON'S MONITOR.       81
PRAYER,
At Raising a Brother to the Sublime Degree of a.lfaster Mason.
THOU, 0 God! knowest our down-sitting and our uprising, and understandest our thoughts afar off. Shield and de.
fend us fromn the evil intentions of our enemies, and support us under the trials and
afflictions we -are destined to endure while
traveling through this vale of tears. Man
that is born of a woman is of few days,
and full of trouble. He cometh forth as a
flower, and is cut down; he fleeth also as a
shadow, and continueth not. Seeing his
days are determined, the number of his
months are with thee, thou hast appointed
his bounds that he can not pass; turn from
him that he may rest, till he shall accomplish his day. For there is hope of a tree,
if it be cut down, that it will sprout again,
and that the tender branch thereof will
not cease. But man dieth, and wasteth
away:yea, man giveth up the ghost, and
where is he?  As the waters fail from the
sea, and the flood decayeth and drieth
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82        PREEMASON'S MONITOR.
up, so man lieth down, and riseth not till
the heavens shall be no more. Yet, 0
Lord! have compassion on the children
of thy creation, administer them comfort
in time of trouble, and save them with an
everlasting salvation.  Amen.  So mote
it be.
The Third Section
Illustrates certain hieroglyphical emblems,
and inculcates many useful lessons to extend knowledge and promote virtue.
In this branch of the lecture many particulars relative to King Solomon's Temple are considered.
The construction of this grand edifice
was attended with two remarkable circumstances. From tradition we learn that although seven years were occupied in building it, yet during the whole term it rained
not in the day-time, that the workmen
might not be obstructed in their labor:
and from sacred history it appears that
there was neither the sound of the hammer, nor ax, nor any tool of iron, heard
in the house while it was building.




FREEMIASON S MONITOR.    83
This famous fabric was supported by
fourteen hundred and fifty-three columns,
and two thousand nine hundred and six
pilasters, all hewn from the finest Parian
marble.  There were employed in this
building three grand masters; three thousand and three hundred masters, or overseers of the work; eighty thousand fellow-crafts; and seventy thousand entered
apprentices, - or bearers of burdens. All
these were classed and arranged in such
a manner by the wisdom of Solomon,
that neither envy, discord, nor confusion
were suffered to interrupt that universal
peace and tranquillity which pervaded
the world at this important period.
THE THREE STEPS
Usually delineated upon the Master's carpet are emblematical of the three principal stages of human life, viz., youth,
manhood, and age. In youth, as entered
apprentices, we ought industriously to occupy our minds in the attainment of useful knowledge: in manhood, as fellow



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crafts, we should apply our knowledge to
the discharge of our respective duties to
God, our neighbors, and ourselves; that so
in age, as Master Masons, we may enjoy
the happy reflections consequent on a wellspent life, and die in the hope of a glorious immortality.
THE POT OF INCENSE
Is an emblem of a pure heart, which is always an acceptable sacrifice to the Deity;
and, as this glows with fervent heat, so
should our hearts continually glow with
gratitude to the great and beneficent Author of our existence, for the manifold
blessings and comforts we enjoy.
TIHE BEE-HIVE
Is an emblem of industry, and recommends the practice of that virtue to all
created beings, from the highest seraph in
heaven to the lowest reptile of the dust.
It teaches us that, as we came into the
world  rational and  intelligent beings,
so we should ever be industrious ones;




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never sitting down contented while our
fellow-creatures around us are in want,
when it is in our power to relieve them,
without inconvenience to ourselves
When we take a survey. of nature, we
view man, in his infancy, more helpless
and indigent than the brutal creation; he
lies languishing for days, months, and
years, totally incapable of providing sustenance for himself, of guarding against
the attacks of the wild beasts of the field,
or sheltering himself from the inclemencies of the weather.
It might have pleased the great Creator
of heaven and earth to have made man
independent of all other beings; but, as
dependence is one of the strongest bonds
of society, mankind were made dependent
on each other for protection and security,
as they thereby enjoy better opportunities
of fulfilling the duties of reciprocal love
and friendship. Thus was man formed
for social and active life, the noblest part
of the work of God; and he that will so
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to add to the common stock of knowledge
and understanding, may be deemed a drone
in the hive of nature, a useless member of
society, and unworthy of our protection as
jMasons.
THE BOOK OF CONSTITUTIONS,
Guarded by the Tyler's Sword,
Reminds us that we should be ever watchful and guarded in our thoughts, words,
and actions, particularly when before the
enemies of Masonry, ever bearing in remembrance those truly Masonic virtues,
silence and circumspection.
THE SWORD,
Pointing to a Naked Heart,
Demonstrates that justice will sooner or
later overtake us; and, although our
thoughts, words, and actions may be hidden
from the eyes of man, yet that
ALL-SEEING EYE,
Whom the SUN, MooN, and STARS obey,
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ets perform  their stupendous revolutions,
pervades the inmost recesses of the human
heart, and will reward us according to our
merits.
THE ANCHOR ~IND ARK
Are emblems of a well-grounded hope and
a well-spent life.  They are emblematical
of that Divine ark which safely wafts us
over this tempestuous sea of troubles, and
that anchor which shall safely moor us in
a peaceful harbor, where the wicked cease
from  troubling, and the weary shall find
rest.
THE FORTY-SEVENTH PROBLEM OF
EUCLID.*
This was an  invention  of our ancient
friend and brother, the great Pythagoras,
who, in his travels through Asia, Africa,
and  Europe, was initiated  into  several
orders of priesthood, and raised to the
sublime degree of a Master Mason. This
<;THEOREM.-In any right-angled triangle, the square
which is described upon the side subtending the right angle
is equal to the squares described upon the sides which contain the right angle. —Euclid, lib. i, prop. 47.




88        FREEMIASON'S MONITOR.
wise philosopher enriched his mind abund..
antly in a general knowledge of things,
and more especially in geometry or Masonry. On this subject he drew out many
problems and theorems; and among the
most distinguished he erected this, which,
in the joy of his heart, he called -Eureka,
in the Grecian language, signifying I have
found it; and upon the discovery of which
he is said to have sacrificed a hecatomb.
It teaches Masons to be general lovers of
the arts and sciences.
THE HOUR-GLASS
Is an emblem of human life. Behold!
how swiftly the sands run, and how rapidly our lives are drawing to a close!
We can not without astonishment behold
the little particles which are contained in
this machine, how they pass away almost
imperceptibly, and yet, to our surprise, in
the short space of an hour, they are all
exhausted.  Thus wastes man! To-day
he puts forth the tender leaves of hope;
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ing honors thick upon him; the next day
comes a frost, which nips the shoot, and
when he thinks his greatness is still aspiring, he falls like autumn leaves, to
enrich our mother earth.
THE SCYTHE
Is an emblem  of Time, which cuts the
brittle thread of life, and launches us into
eternity. Behold! what havoc the scythe
of Time makes among the human race!
If by chance we should escape the numerou.s evils incident to childhood and youth,
and with health and vigor arrive to the
years of manhood, yet withal we must soon
be cut down by the all-devouring scythe
of Time, and be gathered into the land
where our fathers have gone before us.
SETTING MAUL.
SPADE.
COFFIN.
EVERGREEN.




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Here usually follows an exhortation to the practice
of virtue. The following is a form much used.
OW, Brethren, let us see to it, and so
regulate our lives by the polumb-line
of justice, ever squaring our actions by the
rule of virtue, that when the Grand Warden of Heaven shall call for us we may be
found ready.  Let us cultivate assiduously
the noble tenets of our profession, Brotherly
Love, Relief, and Truth; and from the Square
learn morality; from the Level, equality;
and from the Plumb, rectitude of life. Let
us imitate, in all his varied perfections, him
Let us emulate his amiable and virtuous
conduct, his unfeigned piety to his God,
and his inflexible fidelity to his trust. As
the evergreen which bloomed at the head
of his grave betrayed the place of Warren's interment, so may virtue, by its everblooming loveliness, designate us as Free
and Accepted Masons.
VWith the Trowel spread liberally the
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circumscribed by the Compass; let us ponder well our words and actions, and let all
the energies of our minds and the affections
of our souls be employed in the attainment of our Supreme Grand Master's approbation; then when our dissolution draws
nigh, and the cold winds of death come
sighing around us, and his chill dew already
glistens on our brow, with joy shall we
obey the summons of the Grand Warden
of Heaven, and go from our labors on
earth to everlasting refreshment in the
Paradise of God; then by the benefit of a
pass, a pure and blameless life, with a firm
reliance on Divine Providence, shall we
gain ready admission into that Celestial
Lodge above, where the Supreme Architect
of the Universe presides: where, seated
at the right hand of our Supreme Grand
Master, he will be pleased to pronounce us
just and upright Masons; then shall we be
fitly prepared as living stones for that
spiritual building, that house not made
with hands, eternal in the heavens; where
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the soul shall experience shall be perfect
bliss, and all it shall express shall be perfect praise, and love divine shall ennoble
every heart, and hosannas exalted employ every tongue.
CHARGE
At Initiation into the Third Degree.
B ROTHER: Your zeal for the institution of Masonry, the progress you
have made in the mystery, and your conformity to our regulations, have pointed
you out as a proper object of our favor and
esteem.
You are now bound, by duty, honor, and
gratitude, to be faithful to your trust; to
support the dignity of your character on
every occasion; and to enforce, by precept
and example, obedience to the tenets of the
Order.
In the character of a Master Mason you
are authorized to correct the errors and
irregularities of your uninformed brethren,
and to guard them  against a breach:of
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FREEMASON S MONITOR.      93
the Fraternity unsullied must be your
constant care; and for this purpose it is
your province to recommend to your inferiors obedience and submission; to your
equals, courtesy and affability; to your
superiors, kindness and condescension.
Universal benevolence you are always to
inculcate; and,, by the regularity of your
own behavior, afford the best example for
the conduct of others less informed. The
ancient landmarks of the Order intrusted
to your care you are carefully to preserve,
and never suffer them to be infringed, or
countenance a deviation from the established usages and customs of the Fraternity.
Your virtue, honor, and reputation are
concerned in supporting with dignity the
character you now bear. Let no motive,
therefore, make you swerve from  your
duty, violate your vows, or betray your
trust; but be true and faithful, and imitate the example of that celebrated Artist
whom you this evening represent. Thus
you will render yourself deserving of the
honor which we have conferred, and merit
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CHAPTER XI.
iEUNERALS.
The Ceremony observed at Funerals, according to ancient
custom, with the Service used on the Occasion.
0 Mason can be interred with the formalities
of the Order unless it lbe, by his own special
request, communicated to the Master of the Lodge of
which he died a member, foreigners and sojourners
excepted; nor unless he has been advanced to the
third degree of Masonry; and from this restriction
there can be no exception.  Fellow-crafts, or apprentices, are not entitled to funeral obsequies, nor to attend the Masonic procession on such occasions.
The Master of a Lodge, having received notice of a
Master Mason's death, and of his request to be interred with the ceremonies of the Order, fixes the
day and hour for the funeral, and issues his command to summon the Lodge. He may invite as many
Lodges as he thinks proper, and the members of those
Lodges may accompany their officers in form; but the
whole ceremony must be under the direction of the
Master of the Lodge to which the deceased belonged,
and he and his officers must be duly honored, and
cheerfully obeyed on the occasion.* But in case the
deceased was not a member of either of the attending Lodges, the procession and ceremony must be
under the direction of the Master of the oldest Lodge.
All the brethren who walk in procession should
observe, as much as possible, an uniformity in their
dress.  Decent mourning, with  white  stockings,
gloves, and aprons, is most suitable.
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THE FUNERAL SERVICE.
The brethren being assembled at the Lodge-room,
(or some other convenient place), the presiding Master opens the Lodge, in the third degree, with the
usual forms; and having stated the purpose of the
meeting, the service begins.
Master. What man is he that liveth and
shall not see death? Shall he deliver his
soul from the hand of the grave?
Response.. Man  walketh  in   a  vain
shadow; he heapeth up riches, and can
not tell who shall gather them.
Master. When he dieth he shall carry
nothing away; his glory shall not descend
after him.
Response. Naked he came into the world,
and naked he must return.
Master. The Lord gave, and the Lord
hath taken axay; blessed be the name of
the Lord!
The grand honors are then given, and certain
forms used, which can not be here explained.
The Master then, taking the sacred roll in his
hand, says:
Let us die the death of the righteous,
and let our last end be like his.
The brethren answer:




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God is our God forever and ever; he
will be our guide even unto death.
The Master then records the name and age of the
deceased upon the roll, and says:
Almighty Father! into thy hands we
commend the soul of our loving brother.
The brethren answer three times (giving the grand
honors each time):
The will of God is accomplished! so
be it.
The Master then deposits the roll in the archives,
and repeats the following prayer:
Most glorious God! Author of all good,
and Giver of all mercy! pour down thy
blessings upon us, and strengthen our solemn engagements with the ties of sincere
affection! May the present instance of
mortality remind us of our approaching
fate, and draw our attention toward thee,
the only refuge in time of need! that when
the awful moment shall arrive that we are
about to quit this transitory scene, the en.livening prospect of thy mercy may dispel
the gloom of death; and after our departure hence in peace and in thy favor, we
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kingdom, to enjoy, in union with the souls
of our departed  friends, the just reward
of a pious and virtuous life.  Amen.
A procession is then formed, which moves to the
house of the deceased, and from thence to the place
of interment. The different Lodges rank according
to seniority, except that the Lodge of which the deceased was a member walks nearest the corpse.  Each
Lodge forms one division, and the following order is
observed:
ORDER OF PROCESSION AT A FUNERAL.
Tyler, with a Drawn Sword;
Stewards, with White Rods;
Musicians (if they are Masons; otherwise they follow the
Tyler);
Master Masons;
Senior  and Junior Deacons;
Secretary and Treasurer;
Senior and Junior Wardens;
Past Masters;
The Holy Writings, on a cushion covered with black cloth,
carried by the Oldest Member of the Lodge;
The Master;
Clergy;
With the insignia pi placed thereon,
And two A  Swords Crossed;
Pall Bearers. ~  Pall Bearers.
The brethren are not to desert their ranks, or
change places, but keep in their different departments.  When the procession arrives at the churchyard, the members of the Lodge form a circle round
the grave, and the clergymen and officers of the acting Lodge, taking their station at the head of the
grave, and the mourners at the foot, the service is
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IHere we view a striking instance of the
uncertainty of life, and the vanity of all
human pursuits. The last offices paid to
the dead are only useful as lectures to the
living; from them we are to derive instruction, and consider every solemnity of
this kind as a summons to prepare for our
approaching dissolution.
Notwithstanding the various mementoes
of mortality with which we daily meet;
notwithstanding death has established his
empire over all the works of nature; yet
through some unaccountable infatuation
we forget that we are born to die: we go
on from one design to another, add hope to
hope, and lay out plans for the eimployment of many years, till we are suddenly
alarmed with the approach of death, when
we least expect him, and at an hour which
we probably conclude to be the meridian
of our existence.
What are all the externals of majesty,
the pride of wealth, or charms of beauty,
when nature has paid her just debt? Fix
your eyes on the last scene, and view life
stripped of her ornaments, and exposed in
her natural meanness; you will then be
convinced of the futility of those empty
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detected, all ranks are leveled, and all
distinctions are done away.
While we drop the sympathetic tear
over the grave of our deceased friend, let
charity incline us to throw a vail over his
foibles, whatever they may have been, and
not withhold from his memory the praise
that his virtues may have claimed. Suffer
the apologies of human nature to plead in
his behalf. Perfection on earth has never
been attained; the wisest as well as the
best of men have erred.
Let the present example excite our most
serious thoughts and strengthen our resolutions of amendment. As life is uncertain,.and all earthly pursuits are vain, let
us no longer postpone the important concern of preparing for eternity; but embrace the happy moment, while time and
opportunity offer, to provide against the
great change, when all the pleasures of
this world shall cease to delight, and the
reflections of a virtuous life yield the only
comfort and consolation. Thus our expectations will not be frustrated, nor we hurried unprepared into the presence of an
all-wise and powerful Judge, to whom the
secrets of all hearts are known.
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support with propriety the character of
our profession, advert to the nature of our
solemn ties, and pursue with assiduity the
sacred tenets of our Order: Then, with becoming reverence, let us supplicate the
Divine grace to insure the favor of that
eternal Being, whose goodness and power
know no bound; that when the awful moment arrives, be it soon or late, we may
be enabled to prosecute our journey, without dread or apprehension, to that far distant country whence no traveler returns.
The following invocations are then made by'the
Master:
Master. May we be true and faithful;
and may we live and die in love!
Answer. So mote it be.
Master. May we profess what is good,
and always act agreeably to our profession!
Answer. So mote it be.
Master. May the Lord bless us, and
prosper us; and may all our good intentions be crowned with success!
Answer. So mote it be.
Master. Glory be to God on high! on
earth peace! good-will toward men!
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The brethren then move in procession round the
place of interment, and severally drop a sprig of
evergreen into the grave, accompanied with the usual
honors.
The Master then concludes the ceremony at the
grave in the following words:
From time immemorial it has been the
custom among the Fraternity of Free and
Accepted Masons, at the request of a
brother., to accompany his corpse to the
place of interment, and there to deposit
his remains with the usual formalities.
In conformity to this usage, and at the
special request of our deceased brother,
whose memory we revere, and whose loss
we now deplore, we have assembled in the
character of Masons to resign his body to
the earth whence it came, and to offer up
to his memory, before the world, the last
tribute of our affection; thereby demonstrating the sincerity of our past esteem,
and our steady attachment to the principles of the Order.
The great Creator having been pleased,
out of his mercy, to remove our brother
from the cares and troubles of a transitory
existence, to a state of eternal duration,
and thereby to weaken the chain by which
we are united, man to man, may we, who
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fate, and be more strongly cemented in the
ties of union and friendship; that, during
the short space allotted to our present
existence, we may wisely and usefully employ our time, and, in the reciprocal intercourse of kind and friendly acts, mutually promote the welfare and happiness
of each other.
Unto the grave we resign the body of
our deceased friend, there to remain until
the general resurrection, in favorable expectation that his immortal soul may then
partake of joys which have been prepared
for the righteous from   the beginning of
the world.  And may Almighty  God, of
his infinite goodness, at the grand tribunal
of unbiased justice, extend his mercy toward him, and all of us, and crown our
hope with everlasting bliss in the expanded
realms of a boundless eternity.  This we
beg, for the honor of his name; to whom
be glory, now and forever.  Almen.
Thus the service ends, and the procession returns
in form to the place whence it set out, where the
necessary duties are complied with, and the business
of Masonry is renewed. The insignia and ornaments
of the deceased, if an officer of a Lodge, are returned to the Master with the usual ceremonies,
after which the charges for regulating the conduct
of the brethren are rehearsed, and the Lodge is
closed in the third degree.




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CEREMONY  OF CONSTITUfTION  AND
CONSECRATION.
On the day and hour appointed, the Grand Master
and his officers meet in a convenient room near the
Lodge to be constituted, and open in the third degree.
After the officers in the new Lodge are examined by
the Deputy Grand Master, they send a Messenger to
the Grand Master, with the following message, viz:
MOST WORSHIPFUL:
The  officers and  brethren  of
Lodge, who are now  assembled in their
lodge-room  at, have instructed me
to inform  you, that the Most Worshipful
Grand Lodge was pleased to grant them
a charter, authorizing them to form and
open a Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons
in the town of.  They are now desirous that their Lodge should be consecrated, and their officers installed in due
and anciezt.form; for which purpose they
are now met, and await the pleasure of the
Most Worshipful Grand Master.
When notice is given, the Grand Lodge walk in
procession to the hall of the new Lodge. When the
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the new Lodge; the officers of which resign their seats
to the grand officers, and take their several stations on
the left.
The necessary cautions are given, and all, excepting
Present or Past Masters of Lodges, are requested to
retire, until the Master of the new Lodge is inducted
into the Oriental Chair of Solomon. He is then bound
to the faithful performance of his trust, and invested
with the characteristics of the chair.
Upon due notice, the Grand Marshal re-conducts
the brethren into the hall, and all take their places,
except the members of the new Lodge, who form a
procession on one side of the hall. As they advance,
the Grand Master addresses them.
"Brethren, behold your Master."
They make the proper salutation as they pass.
A grand procession is then formed, in the following
order, viz:
Tyler with a drawn sword;
Two Stewards with white rods;
Entered Apprentices i
Fellow-Crafts;
Master Masons;
Stewards
Junior Deacons;
Senior Deacons;
Secretaries;
Treasurers;
Past Wardens;
Junior Wardens;
Senior Wardens;
Past Masters;
Mark Masters;




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Royal Arch Masons;
Select Masters;
Knights Templars;
Masters of Lodges.
THE NEW LODGE.
Tyler with a drawn sword;
Stewards with white rods;
Entered Apprentices;
Fellow-Crafts;
Master Masons;
Junior and Senior Deacons;
Secretary and Treasurer;
Two brethren carrying the Flooring,? or Lodge;
Junior and Senior Wardens;
The Holy Writings, carried by the oldest or some suitable
member not-in office;
The W. Master;
Music.
THE GRAND LODGE.
Grand Tyler with drawn sword;
Grand Stewards with white rods;
A brother carrying a golden vessel of corn;t
Two brethren carrying the silver vessels-one of wine, the
other of oil;
Grand Secretaries;
Grand Treasurer;
A burning taper, borne by a Past Master;
A Past Master, bearing the Holy Writings, Square, and Compasses, supported by two Stewards' with white rods;
Two burning tapers, borne by two Past Masters;
The Tuscan and Composite Orders;
The Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian Orders 
Past Grand Wardens;
X  Past Deputy Grand Masters;
Past Grand Masters;
The Globes;
Clergy and Orator;
Rl. W. Junior and Senior Grand Wardens;
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10G            FREE3IASON S MONITOR.
R. W. Deputy Grand Master;
The Master of the Oldest Lodge, carrying the Book of Constitutions;
The M. W. Grand Master;
The Grand Deacons, on a line seven feet apart, on the right
and left of the Grand Master, with black rods;
Grand Sword Bearer with a drawn sword;
Two Stewards with white rods.
The Marshals conduct the procession to the church
or house where the services are to be performed.
When the front of the procession arrives at the door,
they halt, open to the right and left, and face inward;
while the Grand Master and others, in succession, pass
through and enter the house. A platform is erected
in front of the pulpit, and provided with seats for the
accommodation of the Grand Officers.
The Holy Bible, Square and Compasses, and Book
of Constitutions are placed upon a table in front of
the Grand Master.  The flooring is then spread in
the center, upon the platform, covered with white
satin or linen, and encompassed by the three tapers,
and the vessels of corn, wine, and oil.
SERVICES.
1. A piece of Music.
2. Prayer.
3. An Oration.
4. A piece of Music.
5. The  Grand  Marshal forms the  officers and
members of tlie new Lodge in front of the Grand
Master.  The Deputy Grand Master addresses the
Grand Master as follows:




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MOST WORSHIPFUL:
A  number of brethren, duly instructed
in the mysteries of Masonry, having assemnbled together at stated  periods, by
virtue of a dispensation- granted them for
that purpose, do now desire to be constitated into a regldar Lodge, agreeably to the
ancient usages and customs of the Fraternity.
The dispensation and records are presented to the
Grand Master, who examines the records, and, if
found correct, proclaims:
The records appear to be correct, and
are approved.  Upon  due deliberation,
the Grand Lodge have granted the brethren of this new Lodge a charter, establishing and confirming them in the rights and
privileges of a regularly constituted Lodge,
which the Grand Secretary will now read.
After the charter is read, the Grand Master then
says:
We shall now  proceed, according to
ancient usage, to constitute these brethren
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Whereupon the several officers of the new Lodge
deliver up their jewels and badges to the Master, who
presents them, with his own, to the Deputy Grand
Master, and he to the Grand Master.
The Deputy Grand Master presents the Master elect
to the Grand Master, saying:
MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER:
I present my worthy Brother A. B. to
be installed Master of this (new) Lodge.
I find him  to be of good morals and great
skill, true and trusty; and as he is a lover
of our whole fraternity, wheresoever dispersed over the face of the earth, I doubt
not that he will discharge  his duty with
fidelity.
The Grand Master asks them if they remain satisfied with their choice.  ['hey bow in token of assent.]
The Master elect then presents, severally, his
Wardens and other officers, naming theni and their
respective offices.  The Grand Master asks the brethren if they remain satisfied with each and all of them.
[They bow as before.]
The officers and members of the new Lodge form in
front of the Grand Master; and the business of
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CEREMONY OF CONSECRATION.
The Grand Master, attended by the Grand Officers
and the Grand Chaplain, form themselves in order
round the Lodge-all devoutly kneeling.
A piece of solemn music is performed, while the
Lodge is uncovered.
After which, the first clause of the Consecration
Prayer is rehearsed by the Grand Chaplain, which is
as follows:
" Great Architect  of  the  Universe!
Maker and  Ruler of all worlds! deign,
from thy celestial temple, from realms of
light and glory, to  bless us in  all the
purposes of our present assembly.  We
humbly invoke thee to give us at this
and at all times wisdon in all our doings,
strength of mind in all our difficulties, and
the beauty of harmony in all our communications. Permit us, -0 thou Author of
light and  life, great Source of love and
happiness, to  erect this Lodge, and now
solemnly to consecrate it to the honor of
thy glory.
"Glory be to God on high."
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"As it was in the beginning, is now,
and  ever shall be; world without end.
Anmen. So mote it be.
The Deputy Grand Master takes the Golden Vessel
of Corn, and the Senior and Junior Grand Wardens
take the Silver Vessels of Wine and Oil, and sprinkle
the elements of consecration upon the Lodge.
The Grand Chaplain then continues:
"Grant, 0 Lord, our God, that those
who are now  about to be invested with
the government of this Lodge, may be
endued with wisdom to instruct their
brethren in all their duties. May brotherly
love, relief, and truth always prevail among
the members of this Lodge; and may this
bond of union continue to strengthen the
Lodges throughout the world.
"Bless all our brethren, wherever dispersed; and grant speedy relief to all who
are either oppressed or distressed.
"We affectionately commend to  thee
all the members of thy whole  family.
May they increase in grace, in the knowledge of thee, and in the love of each
other.




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"Finally: may we finish all our work
here below  with  thy approbation; and
then have our transition from this earthly
abode to thy heavenly temple above, there
to enjoy light, glory, and bliss, ineffable
and eternal!
" Glory be to God on high."
[Response by the Brethren.]
"As it was in the beginning, is now,
and ever shall be; world without end.
Amen.
8. A piece of solemn music is performed while the
Carpet is covered.
9. The Grand Chaplain then dedicates the Lodge
in the following terms:
"To the memory of the HOLY STS.
JOHN we dedicate this Lodge. May
every brother revere their character, and
imitate their virtues.
"Glory be to God on high."
[Response.]
"As it was in the beginning, is now,
and ever shall be; world without end.
Amen.  So mote it be."




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10. A  piece of music is performed, while the
brethren of the new Lodge advance in procession to
salute the Grand Lodge, with their hands crossed
upon their breasts as they pass. They then take
their places as they were.
11. The Grand Master then rises and constitutes
the new Lodge in the form following:
"In the name of the Most Worshipful
G0rand Lodge, I now constitute and form
you, my beloved brethren, into a regular
Lodge of Free  and  Accepted  Masons.
From henceforth I empower you to meet
as a regular Lodge, constituted  in  conformity to the rights of our Order, and the
charges of our ancient and  honorable
Fraternity; and may the Supreme Architect of the Universe prosper, direct, and
counsel you in all your doings.  Amen.
Response: " So mote it be."




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CHAPTER XII.
CEREE1MONY OF INSTALLATION.
T HE Grand Master* asks his deputy, "Whether
he has examined the Master nominated in the
warrant, and finds him well skilled in the noble science and the royal art." The deputy, answering in
the affirmative,t by the Grand Master's order, takes
the candidate from  among his fellows, and presents
him at the pedestal, saying,
MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER,
I present my worthy brother, A. B., to
be installed Master of this (new) Lodge.  I
find him to be of good morals, and of great
skill, true and trusty; and as he is a lover
of the whole Fraternity, wheresoever dispersed over the face of the earth, I doubt
not that he will discharge his duty with
fidelity.
The Grand Master then addresses him:
BROTHER,
Previous to your investiture, it is necessary that you should signify your assent'< In this, and other similar instances, where the Grand
Master is specified in acting, may be understood any Master
who performs the ceremony.
t A private examination is understood to precede the installation of every officgr.
8




114        FREEMASON S MONITOR.
to those ancient charges and regulations
which point out the duty of a Master of a
Lodge.
The Grand Master then reads, or orders to be read,
a summary of the ancient charges to the Master elect,
as follows, viz.:
1. You agree to be a good man and true,
and strictly to obey the moral law.
II. You agree to be a peaceable subject,
and cheerfully to conform to the laws of
the country in which you reside.
III. You promise not to be concerned
in plots and conspiracies against government, but patiently to submit to the decisions of the supreme legislature.
IV. You agree to pay a proper respect
to the civil magistrate, to work diligently,
live creditably, and act honorably by all
men.
V. You agree to hold in veneration the
original rulers and patrons of the Order of
Masonry, and their regular successors, supreme and subordinate, according to their
stations; and to submit to the awards and
resolutions of your brethren when convened, in every case consistent with the
constitutions of the Order.




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VI. You agree to avoid private piques
and quarrels, and to guard against intemperance and excess.
VII. You agree to be cautious in carriage and behavior, courteous to your
brethren, and faithful to your Lodge.
VIII. You promise to respect genuine
brethren, and to discountenance impostors,
and all dissenters from the original plan
of Masonry.
IX. You agree to promote the general
good of society, to cultivate the social virtues, and to propagate the knowledge of
the art.
X. You promise to pay homage to the
Grand Master for the time being, and to
his officers when duly installed; and strictly to conform to every edict of the Grand
Lodge, or general assembly of Masons,
that is not subversive of the principles and
ground-work of Masonry.
XI. You admit that it is not in the
power of any man, or body of men, to
make innovations in the body of Masonry.
XII. You promise a regular attendance
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tice, and to pay attention to all the duties
of Masonry on convenient occasions.
XIII. You admit that no new Lodge
shall be formed without permission of the
Grand Lodge; and that no countenance be
given to any irregular Lodge, or to any
person clandestinely initiated therein, being contrary to the ancient charges of the
Order.
_XIV. You admit that no person can be
regularly made -a Mason in, or admitted a
member of, any regular Lodge, without
previous notice, and due inquiry into his
character.
XV. You agree that no visitors shall be
received into your Lodge without due examination, and producing proper vouchers
of their having been initiated in a regular
Lodge,
These are the regulations of Free and Accepted
Masons.
The Grand Master then addresses the Master elect
in the following manner:
Do you submit to these charges, and
promise to support these regulations, as
Masters have done in all ages before you?
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mission as before, the Grand Master thus addresses
him:
Brother A. B., in consequence of your
cheerful conformity to the charges and regulations of the Order, you are now to be
installed Master of this (new) Lodge, in full
confidence of your care, skill, and capacity
to govern the same.
The new Master is then regularly invested with the
insignia of his office, and the furniture and implements of his Lodge.
The various implements of the profession are emblematical of our conduct in- life, and upon this occasion carefully enumerated.
The HIoly Writinqs, that great light in
Masonry, will guide you to all truth; it
will direct your paths to the temple of
happiness, and point out to you the whole
duty of man.
The Square teaches to regulate our actions by rule and line, and to harmonize
our conduct by the principles of morality
and virtue.
The Compass teaches to limit our desires
in every station, that, rising to eminence
by merit, we may live respected and die
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ally observe our duty, press forward in
the path of virtue, and, neither inclining
to the right nor to the left, in all our actions have eternity in view.
The Line teaches the criterion of moral
rectitude, to avoid dissimulation in conversation and action, and to direct our steps
to the path which leads to imm)ortality.
The Book of Constitutions you are to
search at all times.  Cause it to be read
in your Lodge, that none may pretend ignorance of the excellent precepts it enjoins.
Lastly, you receive in charge the Bylaws of your Lodge, which you are to see
carefully and punctually executed.
The jewels of the officers of the (new) Lodge being
then returned to the Master, he delivers them, respectively, to the several officers of the Grand Lodge, according to their rank.
The subordinate officers of the (new) Lodge are then
invested with their jewels by the grand officers of
corresponding rank; and are by them, severally in
tulrn, conducted to the Grand Master, who delivers
each of them a short charge, as follows, viz.:
THE SENIOR WARDEN.
Brother C. D., you are appointed Senior
Warden of this new Lodge, and are now
invested with the ensign of your office.




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The Level demonstrates that we are descended from'the same stock, partake of
the same nature, and share the same hope;
and, though distinctions among men are
necessary to preserve subordination, yet
no eminence of station should -make us forget that we are brethren; for he who is
placed on the lowest spoke of fortune's
wheel may be entitled to our regard; because, a time will come, and the wisest
knows not how soon, when all distinctions,
but that of goodness, shall cease; and
death, the grand leveler of human greatness, reduce us to the same state.
Your regular attendance on our stated
meetings is essentially necessary: in the
absence of the Master you are to govern
this Lodge; in his presence, you are to
assist him in the government of it. I
firmly rely on your knowledge of Masonry,
and attachment to the Lodge, for the faithful discharge of the duties of this important trust. Look well to the West 
THE JUNIOR WARDEN.
Brother E. F., you are appointed Junior
Warden of this (new) Lodge, and are now
invested with the badge of your office.




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The Pltmnb admonishes us to walk uprightly in our several stations, to hold the
scale of justice in equal poise, to observe
the just medium  between intemperance
and pleasure, and to make our passions
*and prejudices coincide with the line of
our duty.
To you, with such assistance as may be
necessary, is intrusted the examination of
visitors, and the reception of candidates.
To you is also committed the superintendence of the Craft during the hours of refreshment; it is, therefore, indispensably
necessary, that you should not only be
temperate and discreet, in the indulgence
of your own inclinations, but carefillly observe that none of the Craft be suffered to
convert tile purposes of refreshment into
intemperance and excess.
Your regular and punctual attendance
is particularly requested; and I have no
doubt that you will faithfully execute the
duty which you owe to your present appointment. Look well to the South!
THE TREASURER.
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to receive all moneys from the hands of
the Secretary, keep just and regular accounts of the same, and pay them out at
the Worshipful Master's will and pleasure,
with the consent of the Lodge. I trust
your regard for the Fraternity will prompt
you to the faithful discharge of the duties
of your office.
TJIE SECRETARY.
Brother I. K., you are appointed Secretary of this (new) Lodge. It is your duty
to observe the Worshipful Master's will
and pleasure, to record the proceedings of
the Lodge, to receive all moneys, and pay
them into the hands of the Treasurer.
Your good inclination to Masonry and
this Lodge, I hope, will induce you to discharge your office with fidelity, and by so
doing you will merit the esteem and applause of your brethren.
THE SENIOR AND JUNIOR DEACONS.
Brothers L. M. and N. O., you are appointed Deacons of this (new) Lodge. It is
your province to attend on the Master and
Wardens, and to act as their proxies in
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the reception of candidates into the different degrees of Masonry; the introduction
and accommodation of visitors, and in the
immediate practice of our rites. Those
columns, as badges of your office, I trust
to your care, not doubting your vigilance
and attention.
THE STEWARDS.
Brothers P. Q. and R. S., you are appointed Stewards of this (new) Lodge.
The duties of your office are, to assist in
the collection of dues and subscriptions,
to keep an account of the Lodge expenses,
to see that the tables are properly furnished at refreshment, and that every
brother is suitably provided for; and generally to assist the Deacons and other officers in performing their respective duties.
Your regular and early attendance will
afford the best proof of your zeal and attachment to the Lodge.
THE TYLER.
Brother T. U., you are elected Tyler of
this Lodge, and I invest you. with the implement of your office. As the sword is
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able him effectually to guard against the
approach of cowans and eavesdroppers,
and suffer none to pass but such as are
duly qualified; so it should morally serve
as a constant admonition to us, to set a
guard at the entrance of our thoughts, to
place a watch at the door of our lips, and
to post a sentinel over our actions: thereby excluding every unqualified and unworthy thought, word, and deed; and preserving consciences void of offense toward
God and toward man. Your early and
punctual attendance will afford the best
proof of your zeal for the institution.
The Grand Master then addresses the officers and
members of the (new) Lodge as follows:
C HA R GE
~/!on the Installation of the Officers of a Lodge.
7ORSHIPFUL MASTER: The
Grand Lodge having committed
to your care the superintendence and government of the brethren who are to compose this (new) Lodge, you can not be insensible of the obligations which devolve
on you, as their head; nor of your responsibility for the faithful discharge of the irn



124       FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
portant duties annexed to your appointment.
The honor, reputation, and usefulness
of your Lodge will materially depend on
the skill and assiduity with which you
manage its concerns; while the happiness
of its members will be generally promoted,
in proportion to the zeal and ability with
which you propagate the genuine principles of our institution.
For a pattern of imitation, consider the
great luminary of nature, which, rising in
the East, regularly diffuses light and luster
to all within its circle. In like manner it
is your province to spread and communicate light and instruction to the brethren
of your Lodge. Forcibly impress upon
them the dignity and high importance of
Masonry; and seriously admonish them
never to disgrace it. Charge them to practice, oaut of the Lodge, those duties which
they have been taught in it; and by amiable, discreet, and virtuous conduct, to convince mankind of the goodness of the institution; so that, when any one is said to
be a member of it, the world may know
that he is one to whom the burdened
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distress may prefer its suit; whose hand is
guided by justice, and his heart expanded
by benevolence. I.n short, by a diligent
observance of the by-laws of your Lodge,
the constitutions of Masonry, and above all
the Holy Scriptures, which are given as a
rule and guide to your faith, you will be
enabled to acquit yourself with honor and
reputation, and lay up a crown of rejoicing,
which shall continue when time shall be
no more.
BROTHER SENIOR AND JUNIOR WARDENS:
You are too well acquainted with the
principles of Masonry to warrant any apprehension that you will be found wanting
in the discharge of your respective duties.
Suffice it to mention, that what you have
seen praiseworthy in others you should
carefully imitate; and what in them may
have appeared defective you should in
yourselves amend. You should be examples of good order and regularity; for it is
only by a due regard to the laws in your
own conduct, that you can expect obedience
to them from others. You are assiduously
to assist the Master in the discharge of
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126       FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
knowledge to all whom he shall place under your care. In the absence of the Master, you will succeed to higher duties; your
acquirements must therefore be such, as
that the. Craft may never suffer for want
of proper instruction. From  the spirit
which you have hitherto evinced, I entertain no doubt that your future conduct will
be such as to merit the applause of your
brethren, and the testimony of a good conscience.
BRETHREN OF    - LODGE:
Such is the nature of our constitution,
that as some must of necessity rule and
teach, so others must of course learn to
submit and obey. Humility in both is an
essential duty. The officers who are appointed to govern your Lodge are sufficiently conversant with the rules of propriety and the laws of the institution, to
avoid exceeding the powers with which
they are intrusted; and you are of too
generous dispositions to envy their preferment. I therefore trust that you will
have but one aim: to please each other, and
unite in the grand design of being happy
and communicating happiness.




FREEMIASON'S MONITOR.        127
Finally, my brethren, as this association
has been formed and perfected in so much
unanimity and concord, in which we greatly rejoice, so may it long continue.  May
you long enjoy every satisfaction and delight which disinterested friendship can
afford. May kindness and brotherly affection distinguish your conduct as men and'
as Masons.  Within your peaceful walls,
may your children's children celebrate with
joy and gratitude the transactions of this
auspicious solemnity.  And may the tenets
of' our profession be transmitted through
your Lodge, pure and unimpaired, from
generation to generation.
The GRAND MARSHAL then proclaims the new
Lodge in the following manner, viz.:
In the name of the M'ost Worshipful
Grand Lodge of the State of -, I proclaim  this new  Lodge, by the name of
---- Lodge, duly constituted.
This proclamation is made thrice, and each time
followed with a flourish of drums or trumpets.
The Grand Chaplain then makes the concluding
prayer, which ends the public ceremonies.
The grand procession is then formed in'the same
order as before, and returns to the hall,




128           FREEMASON S MONITOR.
CHAPTER XIII.
CEREMONY OF LAYING THE FOUNDATION
STONES OF PUBLIC STRUCTURES
THIS ceremony is conducted by the M. W. Grand
Master-and his officers, assisted by such officers
and members of subordinate Lodges as can conveniently
attend. The chief magistrate, and other civil officers
of the place where the building is to be erected, also
generally attend on the occasion.
At the time appointed, the Grand Lodge is convened in some suitable place. A band of martial
music is provided, and the brethren appear in the
insignia of the Order.
The Lodge is then opened by the Grand Master,
and the rules for regulating the procession are read
by the Grand Secretary. The Lodge is then adjourned;
after which the procession sets out in due form, in
the following order:.Pocession at Laying Foundation Stones.
Two Tylers with drawn Swords;
Tyler of the oldest Lodge with a drawn Sword;
Two Stewards of the oldest Lodge;
Entered Apprentices;
Fellow-Crafts;
Master Masons;
Past Secretaries;
Past Treasurers;
Past Junior Wardens;
*   Past Senior Wardens;
Mark Masters;




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Past Masters;
Royal Arch Miasons;
Select Masters;
Knights Templars;
Masters;
Music;
Grand Tyler with a drawn Sword;
Grand Stewards with white Rods;
A Past Master with a Golden Vessel containing Corn;
Principal Architect with Square, Level and Plumb;
Two Past Masters with Silver Vessels, one containing Wine,
and the other Oil;
Grand Secretary and Treasurer;
The Five Orders;
One large light, borne by a Past Master;
The Holy Bible, Square and Compasses, borne by a Master of
a Lodge, supported by two Stewards on
the right and left;
Two large Lights, borne by two Past Masters;
Grand.Chaplain;
Clergy and Orator;
Grand Wardens;
Deputy Grand Master;
The Master of.the oldest Lodge, carrying the Book of Constitutions on a velvet cushion;
Grand Deacons with black Rods; on a line seven feet apart;
Grand Master;
Two Stewards with white Rods;
Grand Sword-bearer with a drawn Sword.
A Triumphal Arch is usually erected at the place
where the ceremony is to be performed. The procession passes through the arch; and the brethren
repairing to their stands, the Grand Master and his
officers take their places on a temporary platform,
covered with carpet.  The Grand Master commands
silence. An Ode on Masonry is sung; after which,
the necessary preparations are made for laying the
9




130           FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
stone, on which is engraved the year of Masonry, the
name and title of the Grand Master, etc., etc.
The stone is raised up, by means of an engine
erected for that purpose, and the Grand Chaplain or
Orator repeats a short prayer..The Grand Treasurer, then, by the Grand Master's
command, places under the stone various sorts of coin
and medals of the present age.  Solemn music is
introduced, and the stone is let down into its place.
The principal architect then presents the working
tools to the Grand Master, who applies the plumb,
square, and level to the stone, in their proper positions, and pronounces it to be WELL FORMED, TRUE,
and TRUSTY.
The golden and silver vessels are next brought to
the table and delivered; the former to the Deputy
Grand Master, and the latter to the Grand Wrardens,
who successively present them to the Grand Master;
and he, according to ancient ceremony, pours the
corn, the wine, and the oil which they contain on
the stone, saying:
"May the all-bounteous Author of Nature bless the inhabitants of this place
with all the necessaries, conveniences, and
comforts of this life'; assist in the erection
and completion  of this building; protect
the workmen against every accident, and




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long preserve this structure from decay;
and grant to us all a supply of the CORN
of nourishment, the'WIN-I  of refreshment,
and the OIL of joy!
"Amen.  So mote it be."
He then strikes the stone thrice with the mallet;
and the public grand honors are given.*  The Grand
Master then delivers over to the Architect the various
implements of architecture, intrusting him with the
superintendence and direction of the work; after
which he reascends the platform, and an oration
suitable to the occasion is delivered.
A voluntary collection is made for the needy workmen; and the sum collected is placed upon the stone
by the Grand Treasurer.
A suitable song in honor of Masonry concludes
the ceremony; after which, the procession returns to
the place whence it set out, and the Lodge is closed
in due form.
Section Fourth.
The fourth section contains the ceremony observed
at the Dedication of Freemasons' Halls.
On the day appointed, the Grand Master and his
officers, accompanied by the members of the Grand
Lodge, meet in a convenient room  near the place' Grand Honors, see p. 143.




132           FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
where the ceremony is to be performed, and open in
due and ample form, in the third degree of Masonry.
The Master of the Lodge to which the Hall to
be dedicated belongs, being present, addresses the
Grand Master as follows:
MOST WORSHIPFUL:
The  brethren  of              Lodge, being
animated with a desire of promoting the
honor and interest of the Craft, have, at
great pains  and  expense, erected a Masonic Hall for their convenience and accommodation.  Thy are now desirous that
the same should be examined by the M.
W. GRAND  LODGE; and if it meet their
approbation, that it should be  solemnly
dedicated to Masonic purposes, agreeably
to ancient form.
The Grand Master then directs the Grand Marshal
to form the procession, when they move forward to
the Hall to be dedicated. On entering, the music
will. continue, while the procession marches three
times round the hall.
The carpet or flooring is then placed in the center;
and the Grand Master having taken the chair, under
a canopy of state, the Grand Officers, and the Masters
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FREEMASON' S MONITOR.'133
previously prepared for their reception. The three
Lights, and the Gold and Silver Pitchers, with the
corn, wine, and oil, are placed round the Lodge, at the
head of which stands the Altar, with the Holy Bible
open, and the Square and Compasses laid thereon,
with the Charter, Book of Constitutions, and By-laws.
An Anthem is sung, and an Exordium on Masonry
given; after which the Architect addresses the Grand
Master as follows:
MOST WORSHIPFUL:
Having been intrusted with the superintendence and management of the workmen  employed  in  the: erection  of this
edifice; and having, according to the best
of my ability, accomplished the task assigned me, I now return my thanks for the
honor of this appointment, and beg leave
to surrender up the implements which
were committed to my care when the
foundation of this fabric was laid; humbly
hoping that the exertions which have been
made on this occasion,  will be crowned
with your approbation, and that of the
Most Worshipful Grand Lodge.
To which the Grand Master makes the following
reply:




134         FREEMASON S MONITOR.
BROTHER ARCHITECT:
The skill and fidelity displayed in the
execution of the trust reposed in you, at
the commencement of this undertaking,
have secured the approbation of the Grand
Lodge; and they sincerely pray that this
edifice may continue a lasting monument
of the taste, spirit, and liberality of its
founders.
An Ode in honor of Masonry is sung, accompanied
with instrumental music.
The Deputy Grand Master then rises and says:
MOST WORSHIPFUL:
The  hall in which  we  are  now  assembled, and the plan upon which it has
been  constructed, having met with your
approbation, it is the desire of the Fraternity that it should now  be dedicated
according to ancient form and usage.
Whereupon a procession is formed in the following
order, viz:
Grand Sword-tearer;
A Past Master with a Light;
A Past Master with a Bible, Square, and Compasses, on a
velvet cushion;
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Grand Secretary and Treasurer with Emblems;
Grand Junior Warden with Pitcher of Corn;
Grand Senior Warden with Pitcher of Wine;
Deputy Grand Master with Pitcher of Oil;
Grand Master;
Two Stewards with Rods;
All the other brethren keep their places, and assist
in performing an Ode, which continues during the
procession, excepting only at the intervals of dedication. The Carpet being uncovered, the first time
passing round it, the Grand Junior Warden presents
the Pitcher of Corn to the Grand Master, who pours
it out upon the Lodge, at the same time pronouncing:."In  the name of the Great JEHOVAH,
to whom be all honor and glory, I do
solemnly  dedicate  this  Hall  to   MASONRY."'
[The grand honors are given.]
The second time passing round the Lodge, the
Grand Senior Warden presents the Pitcher of Wine
to the Grand Master, who sprinkles it upon the Carpet,
at the same time saying:
"In the name of the HOLY SAINTS
JOHN, I do solemnly dedicate this Hall
to VIRTUE."
['The grand honors are twice given.]




136          FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
The third time passing round the Lodge, the
Deputy Grand Master presents the Grand Master with
the Pitcher of Oil, who pours it upon the Carpet,
saying:
-"In the name of the whole Fraternity,
I do solemnly dedicate this Hall to UNIVERSAL BENEVOLENCE."
[The grand honors are thrice given..]
A solemn Invocation is made to the Throne of
Grace by the Grand Chaplain, and an Anthem sung;
after which the Carpet is covered, and the Grand
Master retires to his Chair.
An Oration is then delivered, and the ceremonies
conclude with music. The Grand Lodge is then
closed in due or ample form




FREEMASON'S MONITOR.           137
CHAPTER XIV.
FORMS MOST COMMONLY REQUIRED.
FORM OF A PETITION FOR A CHARTER OR WARRANT
TO ESTABLISH A NEW LODGE.
To the Most TWorshipffl Grand Lodge of the State
of:
yOUR  petitioners respectfully represent, that
they are ancient, free, and accepted  laster
Masons. Having the prosperity of the Fraternity at
heart, they are willing to exert their best endeavors to
promote and diffuse the genuine principles of Masonry.
For the convenience of their respective dwellings, and
for other good reasons, they are desirous of forming a
new  Lodge in the town of, to be named
-  Lodge. In consequence of this desire, and
for the good of the Craft, they pray for a warrant or
dispensation, to empower them to assemble as a legal
Lodge, to discharge the duties of Masonry in the
several degrees of Entered Apprentice, Fellow-Craft,
and Master Mason, in a regular and constitutional
manner, according to the ancient form of the Fraternity, and the laws and regulations of the Grand
Lodge.  That they have nominated and do recommend A. B. to be the first Master, C. D. to be the
first Senior Warden, and E. F. to be the first Junior
Warden of said Lodge; that, if the prayer of the
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138          FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
formity to all the constitutional laws, rules, and regulations of the Grand Lodge.
This petition must be signed by at least eight
regular Master Masons, one of whom must be of the
degree of Past Master, and recommended by the
Lodge nearest the place where the new Lodge is
to be held. It must be delivered to the Grand Secretary, whose duty it is to lay it before the Grand Lodge.
In the recess of the Grand Lodge, application should
be made in the same form to the Grand Master.
After a charter is granted by the Grand Lodge, the
Grand Master appoints a day and hour for constituting and consecrating the new Lodge, and for installing the Master, Wardens, and other officers. The
Grand Master has power to appoint some worthy Past
Master, with full power to consecrate, constitute, and
install the petitioners.
FORM  OF A PROXY FROM  THE GRAND MASTER TO
A PRESENT OR PAST MASTER TO CONSTITUTE AND
CONSECRATE A NEW LODGE, AND TO INSTALL THE
OFFICERS.
OFFICE OF THE GRAND MASTER OF THE GRAND LODGE
OF F. AND A. MASONS OF THE STATE OF -, I,18 —.
To ALL VWHOM  IT MAY  CONCERN-GREETING:
Know ye, that, reposing full confidence in the skill
and Masonic ability of our Worshipful Brother




FREEMASON'S MONITOR.          139
I, Grand Master of the M. W. Grand Lodge of —---—,
do by these presents constitute and appoint him my
Proxy, for me and in my name, to constitute and consecrate        Lodge, No. —, and to install the
officers thereof in due and ancient form, he making
due return to me of his doings in the premises.
Given under my hand and private seal, at
the day and year first above written.
[PRIVATE SEAL.]      M. W. GRAND MASTER.
PETITION  FOR  A  DISPENSATION  TO CONFER DEGREES ON, OR BALLOT FOR, A  CANDIDATE, IN
LESS THAN THE REGULAR TIME.
HALL OF  -   LODGE, NO -. 
-  18,*.
To the M. W. Grand Master of the Grand Lodge
of:
By a vote of this Lodge, I am instructed to ask
you for a dispensation to pass the ballot (or confer the
degrees, as the case may be) for M. A. B., who has
petitioned this Lodge for initiation, (or is anxious to
receive the degrees of F. C. and M. M., as the case may
be,) at a special meeting, to be called for that purpose.
M. A. B. is - years of age; his residence is;
his occupation is  -. The case is one of emergency, for the reasons following: [Here state at length
the reasons why a dispensation should be granted in
the case.]                  O. P., W. MASTER.
[SEAL OF LODGE.]




140          FREEMASON S MONITOR.
PETITION TO BE PRESENTED BY A CANDIDATE FOR
INITIATION.
To the Worshipful Master Wardens and Brethren
of..- Lodge, No. -, of F. and A. Masons:
The petition of the subscriber respectfully showeth
that, having long entertained a favorable opinion of
your ancient institution, he is desirous of being admitted a member thereof, if found worthy.
His place of residence is -; his age, - years;
his occupation,
(Signed)                   A. B.
PETITION FOR AFFILIATION.
To the Worshipful Master Wardens and Brethren
of       Lodge, No. -:
The petition of the subscriber respectfully showeth
that he is a Master Mason, and has been regularly dimitted from --- Lodge No. -, under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of -, and is desirous of becoming a member of your Lodge.
His residence is; his occupation is -.
Should his petition be granted, he promises obedience
to the by-laws and regulations of your Lodge.
(Signed)                   A. B.
PETITION FOR DIMIT.
DATE,, 186-.
To the Worshipful Mlasters, Wardens, and Brethren
of        Lodge, No. -:
The undersigned, a Master Mason, and member in




FREEMASON S MONITOR.            141
good standing in your Lodge, respectfully asks to
withdraw from membership, and that a dimit be
issued to him certifying such fact.
The reasons which induce this request are: [Here
set forth the reasons, for instance, about to remove to the
jurisdiction of another Lodge, to join in a petition
for new Lodge, etc., etc., as the case may be.]
(Signed)                    A. B.
FORM OR A DIMIT. 
HALL of         Lodge No.-, held at          by
authority of the Grand Lodge of. I hereby
certify that at a       meeting of -        Lodge
No. -, held on the          day of -, A. L.
586 -, Bro. -, by consent of said Lodge, withdrew his membership from the same; he being at the
time a worthy Master Mason, [here state Masonic
oficial rank, P. M., P. S. W., etc., as the case may
be,] in good standing, and having paid' all dues
assessed against him.
By order of said Lodge.
[SEAL.]               -., Sec'y.
PETITION FOR A DIPLOMA
May be made verbally by the applicant in person,
or through any brother.




142          FREEMASON'S MONITOR.
FORM OF DIPLOMA, OR GRAND LODGE CERTIFICATE.
GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS
OF THE STATE OF
I hereby certify, that       Lodge, No. -, is
regularly constituted and held under the authority
and jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, and that
is Worshipful Master,       is Senior Warden, and
is Junior Warden of said Lodge.
In testimony whereof, I have hereunto set my hand
and affixed the seal of the Grand Lodge, at
this      day of  -   A. L. 586, A. D. 186-.
[SEAL.]             -, Grand Secretary.
We, the Master and Wardens of           Lodge,
No. -, held under the authority and jurisdiction of
the Grand Lodge of F. and A. Masons of the State
of -, do hereby certify that our worthy and
well-beloved brother -      (who has written his
name below,) is a Master Mason, in good standing in
our Lodge, and he is hereby recommended to the
favor and- protection of the Craft throughout the
globe.
Given under our hands and the seal of our Lodge,
at, this        day of, A. L. 586-,
A. D. 186-.
-.., W.,I.
S. M.
-—, J. W.
Attest:
-----—, Secretary.
Signature of - 




FREEMASON'S MONITOR.            143
PUBLIC GRAND HONORS.
THE Public Grand Honors are given on all public
occasions in the presence of the profane as well as
the initiated. They are used at the laying of cornerstones of public buildings, or in other services in
which the ministrations of the Fraternity are required, and especially in funerals. They are given
in the following manner: Both arms are crossed on
the breast, the left uppermost, and the open palms
of the hands.sharply striking the shoulders; they
are then raised above the head, the palms striking
each other, and then made to fall smartly upon the
thighs. This is repeated three times, and as there
are. three blows given each time, namely, on the
breast, on the palms of the hands, and on the thighs,
making nine concussions in all, the Grand Honors
are technically said to be given "by three times
three." On the occasion of funerals, each one of
these honors is accompanied by the words " the wilt
of God is accomplished: so mote it be," audibly
pronounced by the brethren. —Mackey's Lexicon.








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conforms to that work in every essential particular.
ROBERT GWYNN, P. M.
Cincinnati, July, 1865.      of Arcana Lodge, No. 110.
Bro. Fenton's edition of IVebb's Monitor is, in my opinion,
a superior Lodge manual, not too large for the pocket, yet of
such a size as to allow large clear type; but above all it is
exactly adapted to our work and Lectures.
FRANK DARROW,
Pontiac, Mich. Sept., 1865.    P. G. ClMaster of Michigan.
It is arranged seriatin, with our work and Lectures in the
first three degrees, as we work and lecture in Michigan, and
as we understand our Baltimore or National WVork and Lectures.
I'L. P. ELDRIDGE.
Jlt. C1rl9en.s Mich., July, 1865.




I have examined Bro. Fenton's Mllonitor and am in the main
well pleased therewith, it being well adapted to the work of
a Master Mason. I am glad to notice the diagram on page 37
making clear what is sometimes confused.
I have conversed with well informed Masons, and thus far
we agree, and all wish you success in your enterprise.
Yours Fraternally,
Tecumseh, Mich., Sept., 18&5.     S. BLANCHARD,
Grand Visitor and Lecturer.
It is the best working MIonitor out. The matter and arrangemlent make it preferable to any other.
HARMAN G. REYNOLDS,
1Sringfield, Sept., 1865.  G. Sec'y G. Lodge of Illinois.
The MIonitor, compiled by Bro. James Fenton, is in use in
our City Lodges and gives general satisfaction, supplying a
want long felt of a manual exactly suited to our work and
Lectures.
E. G. ALLEN, W. IL.,
of Zion Lodclge, No. 1.
JOHN STIRLING, WV. M'.,
of Detroit Lodge, No. 2.
JOHN P. FISKE, WV. AI.,
of Union Lodge, of S. O. No. 3.
B1. BULMAN, WV. MI.,
of Ashler Lodge, No. 91.
JOSEPH P. WHITING, W. M3.,
of Charity Lodge, No. 94.
Detroit, Mich., Sept., 1865.




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