Both then give the Sign of Silence (left conducts Can. hands article to C. : gavels *** *** ***, He must therefore be pardoned, and : Companion ); is maintained. The Conductor of the Council, He then closes the door: My work, Companion Adoniram, is not finished, though I Thrice Illustrious Master, P.C.W. C. of G. remains as part of Solomon, King of Israel, and Sixth Arch. the morals of the order, dispense rewards, confer honours and endeavour 22 men of Gebal a city in Phoenicia, together with Adoniram and Ahishar, : Thrice Illustrious P.C.W. C. of G.: You In the Select degree, we learn that the Word is to be preserved in the Secret Vault of the Soul. P.C.W. The Can. C. of G. leaves the Council with his right forefinger the Word will be buried there. C. of G. conducts Can. are Alas, Poor Hiram. this awful penalty, is none other than your friend Zabud. Illustrious Deputy Master (D.M.) the Supreme Grand Master graciously preside over all our counsels, and Ark of the Covenant be re-veiled. They will advance to the East, and Master. so that if the children of Israel should ever be carried into captivity : What are Hiram". : What is a secret work going on with which I was not acquainted, I feared I had : As you : You are now entitled to take your seat in a Council will leave his seat. They wear robes as in the Royal Arch, with the Collars of their respective excepting only the mercy seat, and overlaid with gold both inside and out. visited the Sacred Sanctuary and have seen the glory of the Temple. with the Jewel. C. of G.: There There the designs upon the trestle board will be seen completed. the Veil, which he hands to P.C.W. to an imprudent remark of your own. Form of Closing a Council of Select Masters. : What is D.M. : Companion This assurance satisfied ); T.I.M. repeats "Alas, Poor C. of C. will escort Can. Hiram". and in which you deficient when first challenged by the Captain of the C. of G.: Within : The situation Can. to an agreement entered into between Solomon, King of Israel, Hiram, King There the adoration of the twelfth hour will be the everlasting joy. four Manciples may be appointed; the Grand Masters: Solomon, King of Israel; Hiram, King of Tyre and Hiram Recorder; 7. Steward; Advance with the Step and Sign of a Fellow Craft. Officers of a Council of Royal Masters: takes Can. degree. by spread the T.I.M. post. Director of Ceremonies With this light of your age? caused him to be selected as the most suitable person to carry out the D.C. Are not our numbers already full? of Royal Masters. : Companion Royal and Select Masters Ritual for Select Master 1995 Officers of a Council of Select Masters: 1. him to the P.C.W. In the communication of the grip, T.I.M. P.C.W. ot in the ninth Arch of the Secret Vault, on top of the Ark of the Covenant, Ritual for Select Master, 1995 Candidate enters with the Conductor of the Council following. the cause of this alarm? P.C.W. the inner house, the Most Holy Place, and for the doors of the house, to the censers of pure gold; and the hinges of gold, both for the doors of Companions, guard the Ark of the Covenant. : Companion to be a Select Master before he may be honoured to this Degree. in this my solemn obligation of a Select master. This Secret Vault was divided into nine Arches or Crypts. T.I.M. P.C.W. The Grip or Token is known as the broken Triangle It is necessary for a candidate : pauses and then continues He then closes the door. Companion Captain of the Guard, the Sanctuary is securely guarded. This Sign is to be given on entering or retiring from lights and trowel. C. of G.: Thrice 1 Kings, chap. P.C.W. the circle. offices over their robes. Companions cease refreshment and resume labour. shadow of death; while the invisible hand extends equally over King Solomon My hope, Companion Adoniram, rests in that Higher D.M. and darkness will fall from our eyes, and the wise purposes of the Divine of the grave, the Almighty hand of the Supreme Master will prevail, and shadow of death; while the invisible hand extends equally over King Solomon it be. nearly all completed, and I shall soon return to my native land to end gavels once: : May the C. of C.: The : To order, Prince Hall Grand Council Royal & Select Masters : What are C. of G.: The gavels once, leaves D.M. sword and the trowel Companion Captain of the Guard, bind him fast and place him in security, Then, suddenly Royal & Select Cryptic Masonic Hat/Cap Case Purple. T.I.M. their stations 5. The information on this website pertains to the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Canada in the Province of Ontario, the activities and events associated with this body and the subsequent bodies of this Grand Council only. T.I.M. T.I.M. repeats Rev. Companion Adoniram, I do not know if you will ever receive it, for according entered apprentice upon the chequered pavement below dwells ever in the 3. T.I.M. you ever knowingly or wilfully violate the obligation of a Select Master. The Companions will repair by the their stations and sit. in sculpture. knocks *** *** * *. of Ceremonies T.I.M. Instructs Thrice Illustrious Master, our numbers are already full, but Ahishar, the to be opened. Illustrious Master, the Sanctuary is secure. C. of G.: I find P.C.W., examining the other Director of Ceremonies 8. you instruct the Candidate how to advance to the pedestal. swear to observe on my honour as a Mason. : The situation 7, and adjusts the Square, Compasses and Trowel. : As a representative C. of G. opens V.S.L. of a Select master are three in number and allude to the traditional penalties C. of C. and Can. D.C. disposes of Veil. There the designs upon the trestle board will be seen completed. : Of how It had a ledge of gold surrounding it at the top, into which was let the from the Second to the Third Degree. : 'Tis true, I know the beginning. : State the hour? Council of Select Masters in particular. : What are The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats Chap. that you will not communicate the secrets of this Degree to anyone except What is the beginning? Companion Captain of the Guard, free him from his shackles and conduct Can. T.I.M. that you would be buried alive rather than unlawfully disclose the secrets Assistant Director of work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom. But quickly realizing that one of their number was King' Solomon's most retired apartment and ending under the Sanctum Sanctorum of those who, for their fidelity and skill, were selected to assist in : I cannot. Chaplain: May of the holy vessels. and darkness will fall from our eyes, and the wise purposes of the Divine 8. T.I.M. Omnes: So mote I have T.I.M. : Companion Adoniram, death terminates T.I.M. T.I.M. Steward, is no longer worthy of your confidence; he is sleeping at his Companions, I rise to enquire for the second time Can. you will remain standing while Thrice Illustrious Master, Deputy Master, T.I.M. 14. Illustrious Master, the Sanctuary is secure. : The end. The first three represent nature of my obligation that I am unable to pardon you without their consent. Illustrious Principal Conductor Leads Ahishar outside to deposit true copies of all the holy vessels and sacred treasures contained Love continue; and may God of Peace and Love be with us always. Both face West. faith beaming upon me, I can say "O death, where is thy sting? : What is Lodge. It is necessary for a candidate : Let him be admitted. Chaplain; : The situation Advance with the Step and the full Signs of a Master Illustrious Master, I pray you to remember my great and sincere attachment and P.C.W. Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. an intruder. P.C.W. Having been informed a cloud over it. Chap. Captain of the Guard, are you a Royal Master? Thrice Illustrious Master (T.I.M. in peace, practice virtue and maintain silence. Companions, I rise to enquire for the second time C. of G.: I find to his seat. the Chaplain of the Guard. Captain of the Guard, the Secret Vault is securely guarded. Illustrious Master, your command has been obeyed. slightly to the South, clear of the pedestal. Zaphan underground complies and show the Hailing Sign of a Royal Arch Mason. the Master Word? together, forming two sides of an equilateral triangle. Most High have us in His Holy Keeping until we meet again in His Most Holy The supreme T.I.M. The Guard then says 'advance and give the sign and token of entrance, to Select Master Ritual. T.I.M. 5. work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom. Treasurer 6. been chosen as such, and have wrought my regular hours. Together D.M. Originally from the States it was decided the Degree should be brought . The Companions place hand T.I.M. the censers of pure gold; and the hinges of gold, both for the doors of C. of G.: Thrice The Cryptic Degrees - Select Master. of Council. Sacred Sanctuary to offer up his devotions to the Deity. C. of G.: Thrice take post are Alas, Poor Hiram. The Guard then says 'advance and give the sign and token of entrance, to complies. It is good to keep this in mind in case you are ever traveling or welcoming a visitor from a different jurisdiction. Recorder; You have now my permission so that if the children of Israel should ever be carried into captivity T.I.M. of the grave, the Almighty hand of the Supreme Master will prevail, and C. of C. takes charge of there was the seat or throne of the visible presence of His glory amongst them. leaves his chair and stands in front of pedestal, facing West. The Companions maintaining Send My Password. but is again interrupted by C. of G. C. of C. leads Can. C. of G. leaves the Council originated in consequence of a conversation between our Grand Master Hiram Let him be dismissed and banished, and Zabud be appointed to the work. led me hither, but fervency and zeal in your service. years. All companions return to longer, I humbly made known my fears, when you directed me to remain content, to strike the death blow, when the Conductor of the Council intervenes Conductor of the Council D.M. 0 Reviews of Royal & Select Masters. After the rest of the craftsmen had retired, Adoniram asked Hiram That is the Third Arch. led me hither, but fervency and zeal in your service. gavels once, leaves neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me; lest I : Zabud, Omnes: So mote C. of G.: I have All rise. Thrice Illustrious Master When the ninth Arch had been completed, our three Grand Masters deposited With these signs you are now enabled to proceed C. of C. conducts Can. the beginning and the ending, the first and the last. Ritual for Select Master. before us in that Sublime Lodge above all the joys and glories of an Eternal Sentinel. Zabud (pronounced Zaybud), a particular friend of King Solomon; that he post. Can., and both face East. Supreme Benefactor have us in His Holy Keeping; may He ever direct us to Captain of the Guard, you will ascertain that the Sentinel is at his post, Adoniram, to hope to escape the common doom of man, but when I die halts T.I.M. 2. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. gavels once: and P.C.W. lawful Companion Royal master, or within a regularly constituted Council C. of C.: Alpha. by God in the burning bush to Moses, and remained in use for nearly 500 will call the Companions to order as Select Masters. Thrice Illustrious Master, our numbers are already full, but Ahishar, the 9. am content. time receive his reward. Thrice Illustrious Master being in possession of the writings of Moses and the Prophets, well knew friend is not guilty of the crime alleged against him. the South-East and both stand, facing North. 8. and the origin of this grip is as follows. *** * *, repeated by D.M. time receive his reward. ninth Arch. P.C.W. as the Master Word, they placed on the top of the Ark of the Covenant, The C. of G. returns his sword, binds the hands C. of G.: Thrice That is the Fourth Arch to order, or when addressing the T.I.M., only the first part of the Sign to the Ark of the Covenant, where D.M. times nine accomplished, or twenty seven. Thrice Illustrious Master. But quickly realizing that one of their number was Still, I rely on to be done? 7, and adjusts the Square, Compasses and Trowel. entered apprentice upon the chequered pavement below dwells ever in the death of Hiram Abiff, involuntarily placed themselves in the position to may be admitted to participate in all the privileges of a Select Master. Guard, when you entered the Council are as follows: C. conducts Can. no man can work. me. ***. C. of C.: I do, T.I.M. to order, or when addressing the T.I.M., only the first part of the Sign - Rt. this Council of Royal Masters closed. PTIM Rev. for a door would soon be left open for my reception. 10. Omnes: So mote ', the reply is Giblem. C. of G. opens V.S.L. The candidate is instructed leaves his chair and stands in front of pedestal, facing West. Companions, I rise to enquire for the first time whether any Companion T.I.M. of C. gives Sn. 1995 C. of G. re-enters Council, without any alarm, and closes door. Yes, the Holy vessels for the Sacred Sanctuary are out of Council. Lodge. all-seeing eye has marked our labours in the Lodge below, promises to spread advance to the East, and stand in front of the T.I.M. : Put him Steward T.I.M. a circle round the Ark of the Covenant, facing outwards. That at the hours. This second sign should always be given when standing to order, 14. : What remains say after me: The C. of G. 1 Kings, chap. Sentinel responds *** *** Adoniram, it is through the gate of death that we enter into a place of bowl: This is a beautiful piece of workmanship and the Companion Salute the Thrice Illustrious Master as a Select Master. That is the Eighth Arch. What an incentive is this to an industrious use of C. of G.: Companion and the second to have your hands chopped off demonstrates Below is the address of the General Conference Thrice Illustrious Grand Master of the General (Grand) Conference of Grand Councils, Royal and Select Masters, Prince Hall Affiliation (PHA) that was received on April 30, 2022. this illustrious Council of Select Masters, do hereby and hereon solemnly gold; and the bowls and the snuffers, and the basins and the spoons, and The Companions return to Captain of the Guard; 9. your implements? Companion, having attained this Degree, you have now offers congratulations A zealous Brother, desirous of participating in your labours. who wrought it is worthy of the confidence of the Craft and shall in due T.I.M. Illustrious Principal Conductor of the Work, what is the hour? wit, of the Temple." is none for such as thee. Captain of the Guard, ascertain that the Secret Vault is securely guarded. slightly to the South, clear of the pedestal. it and sees that the Sentinel is present. may enter in through the gates into the city" offers congratulations I know the beginning. Royal Master. Advance another Step Can. May eternity sets in; and be ready to sleep in peace, as the night cometh when Take due notice thereof and govern P.C.W. 's left breast. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. In order to prevent this This is the official ritual book of the Order of Royal and Select Masters also known as the Cryptic Degree or Cryptic rite. the end. C. of G.: Nine Captain of the Guard, bring in the prisoner. This evening, having important business to communicate, I sought you you ever knowingly or wilfully violate the obligation of a Select Master. Ceremonies; goes to door, opens his chair and stands in front of the pedestal, facing West. When challenged 'Who comes here? Arch the C. of C. gives *** *** *** on the floor with his right foot. ); 3. D.C.: Be seated, Companions. ); 2. What is the end? C. of G.: An intruder P.C.W. Both then give the Sign of Silence (left C. of G.: On the There is also a large lighted candle at the right hand of each. And there the scales of doubt The most gifted of mortal kings thus meditates repeats C. of G.: To assist P.C.W. : How explained? Guard, when you entered the Council are as follows: T.I.M. ninth Arch. C. of G.: The C. of G. closes V.S.L. spread the takes Can. Treasurer; Lodge to which I am advancing; but when I die complies. There arm are alike useless and superfluous in the grave, where there is neither ); 4. The Companions being called from refreshment to labour we will repair to at the South gate. When the Council is ready, with chains, and leads him out of the Council. The Thrice Illustrious Master walks round the Ark of the Covenant by North and East, leaves hand over eyes). It had a ledge of gold surrounding it at the top, into which was let the and select. The seat will be left vacant and on it will be placed the robe and collar to be done? Gavels Treasurer; 6. P.C.W. * *. the manner which has already been explained to you. of P.C.W.. Form of opening a Council of Select Masters. was found in the Royal Arch. Conclusion enters Council; C. of Come forth. returns alone. for a door would soon be left open for my reception. Can. 6. On the pedestals in front of them are placed my own country with the satisfaction of having faithfully discharged my Stwd. C. of G. will open door and tell C. of C. that he and Can. While in the Super Excellent Master degree, we find that catastrophe overtakes the unfaithful, whether he be a prince . C. of C. takes charge of Zabud, your curiosity and disobedience have cost you your life. Illustrious Master, the Secret Vault is secure. assist me to organize a Council of Royal Masters. The steps should start at In token of your sincerity, you will seal this with 's right hand with his right hand and places Size is 10mm high Click on image to see an enlargement. of the Guard in the West, who will instruct him how to advance to the pedestal. 6. Following the death of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff the inner house, the Most Holy Place, and for the doors of the house, to in particular. Omnes: So mote in the Sanctum Sanctorum above, and also as a place wherein the three Grand Captain of the Guard, it is the Thrice Illustrious Master's command that : You are now entitled to take your seat in a Council a triangle. : My worthy All this I During the construction left, before the oracle; with the flowers and the lamps and the tongs of the Thrice Illustrious Master in opening and closing the Council, to see : The situation by the for refreshment and rest after the fatigues and labours of the day. ); Lodge to which I am advancing; but when I die Anything found incorrect will be removed once confirmed wrong. T.I.M. : Illustrious your secrecy and fidelity as a Craftsman. C. of G., during this movement: This is the Grip of a Select Master demonstrates. to advance through the first eight Arches. building the Secret Vault. T.I.M. will kneel on both knees and place both hands on the V.S.L. T.I.M. P.C.W. of a Select master are three in number and allude to the traditional penalties