A basic masonic education course for entered apprentices with questions. The final thing you will ever do as an entered apprentice is to return your proficiency, or the lesson that shows that you have learned enough of the lessons found within the entered apprentice. It is hoped that through the serious and systematic study of freemasonry. A basic masonic education course for entered apprentices. Wilmshurst, in his book meaning of masonry, writes, the very essence of the. How many master mason members of a lodge must be present to open a lodge of entered apprentices. The entered apprentice degree the entered apprentice degree represents youth because it teaches the most basic. 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. Similar books to esoteric handbook for the entered apprentice mason. Masonic first degree entered apprentice ritual freemason. Study how well can you answer these entered apprentice lecture. I shall omit the ceremonies incident to opening a lodge of fellow crafts, as they are very similar to those employed in opening the first degree, and will be explained hereafter more. The degree of the apprentice is, in short, one of probation and preparation for a more advanced position, and more exalted privileges and duties. All this i most solemnly, sincerely promise and swear, with a firm and steadfast resolution to perform the same, without any mental reservation or secret evasion of mind whatever, binding myself under no less penalty than that of having my throat cut across, my tongue torn out by its roots, and my body buried in the rough sands of the sea, at lowwater mark, where the tide ebbs.
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. First degree catechism self study 40 with none at northern. The first degree, or that of the entered apprentice, is intended in its symbolic signification to furnish a representation of youth just entering on the struggles, the trials, and duties of an earthly and responsible. Sep 24, 2017 the final thing you will ever do as an entered apprentice is to return your proficiency, or the lesson that shows that you have learned enough of the lessons found within the entered apprentice. Ritual entered apprentice degree free download as pdf file. The entered apprentice initiation is the first degree of freemasonry. Feb 11, 2020 the worshipful master approaching me from the east, under the due guard and sign of the entered apprentice, who, in token of his brotherly love and friendship, presented me his right hand, and with the grip and word of an ea.
He the entered apprentice represents youth, typified by the rising sun, trained youth, youth willing to submit itself to discipline and to seek knowledge in order to learn the great art of life, the real royal art, represented and interpreted by all the mysteries of masonry. It is the initial of the name of the supreme being, at the mention of which all masons, from the youngest entered apprentice in the northeast corner of the lodge to the worshipful master in the east, should with reverence bow. I am an entered apprentice, so taken and accepted among brothers and fellows. How well can you answer these entered apprentice lecture. The book of ruth and the entered apprentice degree by a. 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. Also it would be wise for any entered apprentice mason to study a little in masonic literature, not laboriously or necessarily at great length, but enough to familiarize himself with the landmarks of our history, with our ritual, philosophy, and jurisprudence. Square, and compasses, my right resting thereon, in which due form i took upon myself the solemn obligation of an entered apprentice. Study guide provides an easy, stepbystep learning tool to help you understand freemasonrys biblical, historical and symbolic meanings and tenets. Achilles proficiency guide for the entered apprentice mason kennedy achille on. First degree question on study materials discussion in becoming a. The first is to study the material mouth to ear or him.
Freemasons are part of an ancient tradition with rituals and symbols all their own. It is intended that through the study of freemasonry the entered apprentice will come to. This study guide now matches the one 1 letter key along with the updates found in the written out ritual. 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. 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. It deals with the degree of an entered apprentice and. Read and use this entered apprentice mason study guide to learn about the first masonic degree. Freemasonry in a meaningful and understandable way. The biblical passages regarding the temple can be found in the first book of. Masonic ritual is designed around the symbolic story of the building of a great, spiritual temple, as represented by the temple of solomon. Masonic education begins with the study of the rituals themselves. This parallels to the entered apprentice degree in freemasonry, where you are basically new to the order and just starting your journey and learning experience.
It is our intention that this document will be used as a study guide and the one 1 letter key will remain the recommended official ritual. Since an apprentice is beginning a new life rather than a formality, it follows that if he is sincere in his undertaking he will make an earnest effort to understand the entered apprentice degree. Take this entered apprentice quiz to test your knowledge of the first degree of freemasonry. 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. M district of columbia 1994 wikileaks masonic cipher book grand lodge f. The red highlighted areas within this study guide, are for instructional purposes. No man may say when, where or how the symbol began. Great for instructors to use as a guided curriculum for teaching proficiency sections youll find inside this book. Masons are sworn to maintain the secrecy of these masonic rituals or risk death. Esoteric handbook for the entered apprentice mason kindle. Entered apprentice quiz test your knowledge of the first.
This entered apprentice quiz may be used by any member of the lodge who seeks more light. Ritual entered apprentice degree freemasonry masonic lodge. The top three officers of the lodge, ranked highest to lowest, are. As a mason, you can earn degrees, join esoteric and social organizations, and become privy to. All this i most solemnly, sincerely promise and swear, with a firm and steadfast resolution to perform the same, without any mental reservation or secret evasion of mind whatever, binding myself under no less penalty than that of having my throat cut across, my tongue torn out by its roots, and my body buried in the rough sands of the sea, at lowwater mark, where the tide ebbs and flows twice.
Entered apprentice degree of freemasonry as practiced in the state of nevada. While the forms and delivery are what make this ritual unique this text does offer some idea of what it entails. Brother tyler, i am directed to inform you that the. 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. Masonic organizations are invited to reproduce, extract, copy or reprint the contents of this book. I myself am preparing for my first degree now, although i have studied the esoteric science for many years. The worshipful master approaching me from the east upon the step, under the dueguard and sign of an entered apprentice, who presented his right hand in token of friendship and brotherly love, and invested me with the grip and word, ordered me to rise, salute the junior and senior wardens and satisfy them that i was in possession of the step. 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.
Entered apprentice degree entered apprentice degree. While it is the duty of the master of the lodge toprovide a good and wholesome education to. Masonic education online masonic education course for the entered apprentice, fellow craft and master mason. Entered apprentice candidate questions freemasonry. Masonic rituals for entered apprentice, fellowcraft and. The three masonic degrees are designed to represent three stages of life.
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. Mb024 achilles proficiency guide for the entered apprentice mason guide to measure ea candidates proficiency by kennedy achille softcover, 11 x 8. That degree, as will be shown later, is not to be taken as a mere bridge to. Study 54 first degree catechism flashcards from craig m. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The following exposures of masonic ritual are provided in a cooperative effort between exmasons for jesus and ephesians 5. M district of columbia 1994 mirror site illustrations of masonry, by capt. 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. Entered apprentice this course of study is a guide to help the applicant to prepare for initiation as an entered apprentice. T his handbook was developed to introduce the newly. 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. Entered apprentice mason learn about the first masonic.
The 1st degree the entered apprentice encyclopedia masonic. As i reflect back over the evening of my initiation, the one word that keeps popping into my mind is impressive. As a mason, you can earn degrees, join esoteric and social organizations, and become privy to the language and abbreviations specific to freemasonry. A basic masonic education course for entered apprentices with. Introduction to freemasonry entered apprentice by carl h. Achilles proficiency guide for the entered apprentice mason. It is intended that through the intellectual study of freemasonry the entered apprentice will come to.
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