The entered apprentice is the first level of masonry. The blue lodge is the foundation of all freemasonry organizations. The room in which you were first prepared to enter a lodge of entered apprentice masons. I now present you the lambskin or white leather entered apprentices degree. The first degree is the entered apprentice where the initiate is entered. It is particularly important not only for its antiquity, the many meanings which have been and may be read from it by the student, but because of the bond it makes between the old operative craft and the modern speculative masonry we know. Some time later, in a separate ceremony, they will be passed to the degree of fellowcraft, and finally they will be raised to the degree of master mason. It is intended that through the study of freemasonry the entered apprentice will come to. The entered apprentice degree qualifications of a petitioner the secret ballot. An entered apprentice may visit or sit in a lodge only if it is open on the first degree and then only when accompanied by a brother master mason who can attest to the fact that he is an entered apprentice, since he does not carry a dues card.
Entered apprentice degree prior to a candidate being initiated an entered apprentice, he should receive the entered apprentice presentation from a candidate counselor. Introduction to freemasonry entered apprentice by carl h. Entered apprentice, or first degree chapter 1 gnostic warrior. Entered apprentice degree entered apprentice degree. The entered apprentice degree is being conducted in the movie from hell, and we also used it in our documentary game the secrets of freemasonry. Responsibilities and guidelines for officers and lodge members. Compiled by committee on masonic education of the grand lodge a. Entered apprentice mason learn about the first masonic.
What is said in this booklet of course applies to freemasonry in england. The entered apprentice has a right to be instructed in his work and in matters pertaining to his degree. I now present you the lambskin or white leather entered apprentice s degree. The journey of the first degree everything you need to learn as new entered apprentice mason duration. I, name, of my own free will and accord, in the presence of almighty god and this worshipful lodge, erected to him and dedicated to the saints john, do hereby and hereon most solemnly and sincerely promise and swear that i will always hele, ever conceal, and never reveal any of the secret arts, parts, or points of the hidden mysteries of ancient freemasonry which have been heretofore, may at. It deals with the degree of an entered apprentice and is calculated to inspire the younger brethren with the resolve not to content themselves. The entered apprentice provincial grand lodge of devonshire. This mentoring booklet was presented to on his being initiated into freemasonry on by worshipful brother the worshipful master of lodge no date personal mentor pathway books entered apprentice. Immediately after the degree, the new entered apprentice should be presented with the entered apprentice booklet.
Take this entered apprentice quiz to test your knowledge of the first degree of freemasonry. The entered apprentice degree, below, is the induction ritual of the masons. Much like all masonic activities the ritual is supposed to remain secret to the public. It is hoped that through the serious and systematic study of freemasonry. As a mason, you can earn degrees, join esoteric and social organizations, and become privy to the language and abbreviations specific to freemasonry. I am an entered apprentice, so taken and accepted among brothers and fellows. It deals with the degree of an entered apprentice and is calculated to inspire the younger brethren with the resolve not to content themselves with the outward form of our ceremonies, beautiful though it be, but to gain a knowledge of the indwelling soul of masonry and to comprehend the deep meaning of the ritual with which they are step by. Having described all the ceremonies and forms appertaining to the opening of a lodge of entered apprentice masons, setting them to work, initiating a candidate, and closing the lodge, i will now proceed too give the lecture on this degree. Overview of freemasonry prepared by wanda alger, september 20 to become a mason, the initiate goes through the lue lodge which is 3 separate degrees of advancement. The contents of this manual therefore may be discussed with, and read by, any person interested in acquiring knowledge about freemasonry.
My thoughts on the entered apprentice degree programlecture by brother troy kelley my brothers, good evening, for the benefit of our two newest brothers, id like to introduce myself. This electronic edition of carliles manual of freemasonry is based on a facsimile of an unspecified printing, issued by kessinger publishing in kila, montana. No man may say when, where or how the symbol began. Candidates for freemasonry are progressively initiated into freemasonry, first in the degree of entered apprentice. First degree catechism self study 40 with none at northern. This manual does not disclose any of the esoteric portions of the ritual. My thoughts on the entered apprentice degree programlecture. The entered apprentice degree 1952 masonic educational. That degree, as will be shown later, is not to be taken as a mere bridge to be crossed and then forgotten. The master first makes the duegard of the first degree, representing the position of the hands when taking the oath of an entered apprentice mason, which is called the duegard of an entered apprentice, viz my left hand supporting the bible, and my right hand resting. May 22, 2014 i just went through my apprenticeship. Freemasons are part of an ancient tradition with rituals and symbols all their own. Exmasons for jesus is a fellowship organization of men and women who have left the masonic lodge and appendant bodies, such as the order of the eastern star, jobs daughters, the order of rainbow for girls and the order of. A basic masonic education course for entered apprentices with questions prepared by.
The lodge is set up with 3 alters along the sides of the room and 1 in the middle. This handbook is designed to introduce the new entered apprentice to the vast body of knowledge associated with freemasonry in a meaningful and understandable way. Forword this booklet has been prepared as one of a series of four to provide the new mason with a greater insight into the degrees and to encourage him to seek additional masonic light. The entered apprentice ritual is the first step in becoming a freemason. The first lecture of freemasonry, or that appropriated to the degree of an entered apprentice, is divided into three sections. Masonic rituals for entered apprentice, fellowcraft and. Freemasonry is not only for the lodge room but as a primer a book of basic rules as. They have important roles to play, assisting the worshipful master in the running of the lodge. Entered apprentice candidate guide t his handbook was developed to introduce the newly initiated entered apprentice mason to the vast body of knowledge and symbolism associated with modern freemasonry in a meaningful and understandable way. While the forms and delivery are what make this ritual unique this text does offer some idea of what it entails.
This entered apprentice quiz may be used by any member of the lodge who seeks more light. A basic masonic education course for entered apprentices with questions prepared by the committee on masonic education and information of the grand lodge of free and accepted masons of ohio 2008, grand lodge of ohio. It is not left behind, like a waystation, by those who travel. The master approaching me from the east, on the step, under the due guard and penal sign of an entered apprentice, who, in token of his brotherly love and friendship presented me with his right hand, and with it the word and grip of an entered apprentice, and bade me arise and salute the wardens as such. You learned that a lodge must be furnished with the holy bible, the square and the compasses, whose masonic teachings are the great lights within this lodge.
Claudy introduction at your leisure hours, that you may improve in masonic knowledge, you are to converse with wellinformed brethren, who will always be as ready to give, as you will be ready to receive, instruction. Entered apprentice large entered apprentice degree is being presented. This manual has been produced for the use in this online masonic education course. How well can you answer these entered apprentice lecture. Where the entered apprentice represents youth standing at the portals of life, his eyes on the rising sun, and where. Details about the entered apprentice degree 1952 masonic educational booklet freemason. The following exposures of masonic ritual are provided in a cooperative effort between exmasons for jesus and ephesians 5.
Read and use this entered apprentice mason study guide to learn about the first. In this video, part of a playlist dedicated to the entered apprentice degree, attempts to answer that question and give you some information about what to. A basic masonic education course for entered apprentices. Mar 03, 2007 the entered apprentice degree, below, is the induction ritual of the masons. The degree of master mason and more light in masonry 19. Degree is not for apprentices only, but for all masons. October 2012 8 description of entered apprentice degree first section numbered positions in reference to ea degree map. This handbook was developed to introduce the newly initiated entered apprentice mason to the vast body of knowledge. Passing, ready for you to be raised to the 3rd degree. Full text of the entered apprentices handbook j s m ward.
How many master mason members of a lodge must be present to open a lodge of entered apprentices. Alabama degree for entered apprentice free pdf file sharing. After receiving the entered apprentice degree, he meets with the lodge mentor and receives the second masonic education lecture from the mentors manual chapter 3, instruction booklet no. Dressed properly to enter a lodge of entered apprentice masons. The degree of the apprentice is, in short, one of probation and preparation for a more advanced position, and more exalted privileges and duties. He may enter the lodge room only when it is open on the first degree. It deals with the degree of an entered apprentice and is calculated to inspire the younger brethren with the. On behalf of the entire lodge, id like to welcome you to this grand fraternity of ours. Once regularly about the lodge, then pausing at the stations of the junior warden in the south, the senior warden in the west, and the worshipful master in the east, where the same questions were asked and liked answers returned as at the door, with the addition question from the worshipful master, whence come you, weather traveler.
A basic masonic education course for entered apprentices with. The grand lodge of free and accepted masons of ohio. Masonic first degree entered apprentice ritual freemason. All matters of business in a lodge are transacted in the third degree. First degree question on study materials my freemasonry. This manual does not disclose any of the esoteric portions of the ritual of the grand lodge of ohio. The master always leads off in giving the sign or signs. Entered apprentice handbook table of contents introduction page 2 freemasonry page 2 initiation, rite, and tradition page 3 the masonic secret page 4 symbolism page 5 expectations page 6 becoming a mason page 7 the entered apprentice degree page 7. In the entered apprentice degree you were given this information. Duties and rights of entered apprentices and fellow crafts. The entered apprentice degree the grand lodge of florida. Ix as an accepted candidate you were told that you would learn more about the symbolic lodge in which masons meet.
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