Grand Lodge of Spain

Provincial Grand Lodge of Madrid

R.·.L.·. Lautaro 41

Ritual of
Master
Rito York

R.·.L.·.S.·. Lautaro 41
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Date: September 2014.
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Content
Considerationss ...................................................................................................................... 2
A few words about… ......................................................................................... 4
Behavior in logia .................................................................................................... 5
Clothing of the Mastero 6
Disposition of the Lodge......................................................................................................... 7
Opening for the position of Teacher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

How to call the workers from work to resto ................................................ 16

How to call the workers from rest to work.................................................... 17
Close the lodge in the Master Degreeo ........................................................................ 18
Procedure if there are possible intruderss ........................................................................ 25

The Salary of the Teacher Degree..................................................................................... 28

The Wage (FIRST READING)................................................................................... 29
Salary (SECOND READING) ...................................................................................... 35
Salary (THIRD READING)....................................................................................... 40
Ceremony of elevation to Master (Exaltation)) 42
Certificate of Master Degree...................................................................................... 94
Lodge board..................................................................................................................... 95
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Considerations

1.) The Master's degree is where the work should be opened.

lodge and this is a distinctive mark of the York Rite. The ceremony
the opening and closing of the Lodge of Master Masons is almost the
the same as in the Apprentice and Colleagues. All matters of
a 'Blue Lodge' (a lodge of three degrees) is discussed in the lodge
mientras está abierta en este grado, a excepción de una
initiation to apprentice or transition to Companion, or to give wages
(instruction to lower grades) when moving from the degree of
Master of the aforementioned purposes.

It is at this level where the lodge is planned and managed; not at

the degree of the Apprentice, not in the degree of Companion, is in the
Master's degree.

3.)Es en el trabajo de este grado donde se presentan y se discuten

the admission of candidates, new affiliations, proposals of
pass to a colleague or elevation to Masters. Although it is
It is recommended that all these activities be done in a meeting.
from the teachers' committee, in order to lighten the burden of
administrative activities and concentrate the work on this
degree on the mysteries and symbols of the master degree.

It must be properly decorated for the grade.

5.) The lighting of the lodge must be clear; understood as the

clarity as an appropriate combination of darkness and light.

6.) The ritual must be executed with solemnity, without falling into excesses.

7.) It is recommended not to make indiscriminate use of reading the ritual

during the work, although it can be of valuable support if there is
doubts.

8.) The payroll readings (paying the wages to the workers) are
they can do so by reading between the V. ·.M. ·. and the Prim.·.Vig.·.

9.) All HH. must have a copy of the ritual during the
jobs.

10.) Both this Master ritual and the Master's booklet

must be delivered to every newcomer in this grade, so
like the affiliates and regularized in the lodge.
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11.) The York Rite of the Master degree, as well as the booklet of
instructions have been validated and matched with the following
books and rituals in various languages, namely:
a. General Ahiman Rezon and Freemason’s Guide, Daniel Sickels,
1855.
[Link]'s Masonic, Ritual and Monitor, Malcolm C. Duncan,
1866
[Link] at the East, Rahlp P. Lester, 1873
d. The Masonic Monitor, Thomas Smith Webb, 1797
e. Three Distinct Knocks on the Door of the Most Ancient Free-Masonry,
Samuel Pritchard, 1760
f. York Rite or American Rite, FreemasonCollections
g. Rito York, French version, FreemasonCollections
h. York Mysteries Revealed. Revd Neville Barker Cryer, 1988
i. Historical Landmarks and other evidences of freemasonry,
explained. [Link], 1846.
j. York rituals collected from different places, Peru, Brazil,
United States, Italy, France, Spain, and China.
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A few words about...

What motivation leads the Mason candidate out of the world?

to ascend through the chosen path in progression towards the light? In truth
only he can know it, because the reason for his is hidden in his heart
works. Are you seeking the light of the East? Are you seeking eternal wisdom? Or
does he offer his life on the altar of oaths? Of all the
things, the intention is the most important. Even if we fail time and time again
if our motive is sincere, victory will be ours, but if the motive
it is not honorable, even if we go from apparent triumph to triumph, we have
failed. Enter the temple with reverence, for it is truly the dwelling place
of the Great Spirit of Freemasonry. Freemasonry commands the kings. Of its
by hand the destinies of the peoples have been forged, and the perfect fruition
From his work is the honest man. What nobler thing can be done?
to illuminate restlessness and eliminate ignorance? Is there any task more
What is greater than the joyful work of serving? And what other man can be nobler?
news that the Mason who serves his Lights if he himself becomes light
for their peers?

You are the builders of the temple of the future. With your hands you have to
to raise the domes and capitals of a new civilization, upon the
the foundations you have laid, tomorrow you will have to build a building
much more noble. Builders of the temple of character in which it is to
to reside an enlightened spirit; genuine forgers of the rock of
knowledge; molders of the vessels created to contain the elixir of
life: rise up, and to the task that awaits you! never before in the history of
men have had the opportunity that you now have ahead.
the world awaits the enlightened one who will appear among the pillars of
portico. Humility, with eyes blinded but determined, tries to enter the
temple of wisdom. Open the door completely, and let the one who is worthy
Enter. Open the door wide, and let the light shine which is the life of men.
Hurry to finish the dwelling of the Lord, so that the Spirit of the Great
Architect of the Universe may come to dwell among His people,
sanctified and established according to His law.
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Behavior in lodge

1.) For any intervention, the speaker must ask the guard for the floor.
the column and if it is in the East to the V.·.M.·.. The usual form
used is to raise the hand.

Every intervention must be made by making the sign of the Master; not
It must last more than 2 minutes and should be directed towards the East.
Starting in the following way:

a. V.·.M.·., Dignities in the Or.·., QQ.·.HH.·.; ...

He/She will sit.1when the V.·.M.·. indicates it.
c. The indiscriminate use of covering the sign should be avoided.
speak.

3.) Intervention occurs only once.

Once the V.·.M.·. speaks, no H.·. should request the floor.

to intervene again in the matter addressed.

5.) Any entry or exit of the lodge when the works are open
they must be done by following the steps and the signs of the degree.

6.) No H.·. should be admitted into the lodge without an apron. If he has not brought it.
one will be provided, staying outside until obtaining the
apron

1The First Vigil and the Second Vigil always speak while seated in their thrones and with the mallet held with the.
right and posed over the heart.
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Teacher's clothing

1.) White apron. It should not have any decoration, it must be plain.
macula.

2.) The lodge's medal. If it existed.

The M.·.M.·. of the Holy Royal Arch2you can wear the medal in the lodge.
And this is the only medal of the collateral bodies or of
any other degree complementary to that of M.·.M.·. that may
enter the blue lodges.

In case the M.·.M.·. holds an office in the lodge, he must wear

the work apron instead of the white apron.

Note: The apron of the trade will only be used by the M.·.M.·.
lodge except for official visits to other lodges authorized by the
V.M.

2In the Book of Constitutions, there is a preliminary declaration that says:

Pure and Ancient Masonry consists only of three degrees and no more, namely, that of the Apprentice...
of Fellow Craft and that of Master Mason, including the Supreme Order of the Royal Arch.
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Disposition of the Lodge.

The candles used are blue.

Music for the outfit.
In the seat of the two Ddiac. There must be a rod for each one.
The East must be elevated by a three-step ladder.
In the place of the V.·.M.·. there must be:
The patent letter that authorizes the work issued by the great
loggia of Spain.
The pillar of Wisdom3This pillar is of Ionic order.
In the pillar of wisdom, a candle must be lit beforehand.
to start the work.
a suitcase.
A trowel or flat tool.
Behind and to the right of the V.M., the architectural layout with
the easel.
The necklace with the jewel of his trade (The square)
The apron is white with blue edges. In the center of the apron
it carries the symbol of the trade (The Square)
A black top hat.
Hanging above the V.M. is the Letter G.

In the place of the Prim.·.Vig.·. there must be:

The pillar of Strength. This pillar is of Doric order.
a suitcase
The necklace with the jewel of his trade (The Level)
The apron is white with blue edges. In the center of the apron
it bears the symbol of the trade (The Level)
To the left of the Prim.·.Vig.·. the cubic stone
On top of the cubic stone must be placed; a
squad4a level and a plumb line.

In the place of the Sec.·.Vig.·. there must be:

The pillar of Beauty. This pillar is of Corinthian order.
a suitcase
The necklace with the jewel of his trade (The plumb line)
The apron is white with blue edges. In the center of the apron
it carries the symbol of the trade (The Plumb Line)
Below to the left of the Second Vigil, the rough stone.
On the raw stone it should be; the folded rule of 24
inches and the mallet.

3
View the positions of the three pillars of the lodge. General Ahiman Rezon and Freemason ’s
Guide, Daniel Sickels, 1855. Pages. 76, 77, 82, 83 and Duncan's Masonic, Ritual and Monitor, Malcolm
C. Duncan, 1866. Page 43.

4The triangle must have lengths of 3, 4, and 5.

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In the center of the lodge hanging from the ceiling the five-pointed star
tips.
In the center of the lodge; the three lesser lights forming a
triangle to know
to the northeast
to the northeast
to the South (more towards the North)
Each one with a blue candle.
Among the three lesser lights:
The Ara covered with a blue mantle.
The three great lights5,
closed.
Next to the Altar should be the jar of incense6.
In front of the seat of the V.·.M.·. must be placed:
oh the scythe.
The ark.
The anchor.
The hive.
The Book of Constitutions guarded by a sword.
A branch of Acacia.
A sword pointing at a heart.
An hourglass.
A shovel.
The remains of Master Hiram Abif. A skull and two
crossed femurs.
Oh the virgin crying.7
Behind the throne of the V.·.M.·.:
The Sun.
A comet should be near the Sun.
Hello Moon.
About the Moon, the 7 stars should be.8.
Between the Sun and the Moon, slightly higher the Eye than
he/she sees everything.

Above the Sun, the Moon and the All-Seeing Eye must be
the phrase A.L.G.D.G.A.D.U.

5The triangle must be of lengths 3, 4, and 5.

6Itis a symbol of a pure heart, which is always willing to make an acceptable sacrifice to the Deity.
and just as this shines with scorching heat, so our hearts shine continuously with gratitude to
great and benevolent author of our existence, for the multiple blessings and comforts that
we enjoy.

7
8Are you the one who keeps the Pleiades together and separates the stars of Orion? Are you the one who brings out...
Is it your hour, the Morning Star? Are you the one who guides the stars of Ursa Major and Ursa Minor?
Do you know the laws that govern the heavens? Are you the one who applies those laws to the Earth?
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Note: The plan of the lodge; and the place of each office.
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Opening in the Master's degree

V.·.M.·. >> Give three strong blows with the mallet and all the HH.·. will
they take their place in the lodge, the officers put on the jewels of the
official letter.

Seg.·.Vig.·. >>(Standing
9 up) HH.·. , It is the will and desire of
our V.·.M.·. May this lodge be called from rest to work.

Note: The V.·.M.·. rises and draws the architectural layout that is above
the easel.

What is the main care of a mason?

Segmentation. Diagnostics.10Ensure that the lodge is properly covered.

V.·.M.·.>>Fulfill your duty.

Seg.·.Diac.·.>>

Note:

He heads to the door, knocks three times on the door.

The G.·.T.·.E.·. responds with three knocks of the sword on the
door from the outside.

The lodge is properly covered.

V.·.M.·. >> How is it covered?

According to H.·. of this degree, invested with the implement

suitable for his trade (the sword)

V.·.M.·. >> What is your duty there?

Keep all the profane away; except those who

are properly qualified and have the permission of the V.·. M.·.

Note:

He/She sits down.

V.·.M.·. H.·.Prim.·.Vig.·. , are you sure that everyone present

son M.M.?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>11HH.·. standing and with the sign of an M.·.M.·. (If you notice
any anomaly go to the section: Procedure if there is a possible
intruder).

9The Second Vigilante must always speak with the mallet in the right hand and placed over the heart.

10
The Second Deacon must always speak standing and holding his staff with his right hand and arm.
extended in such a way that the base of the pole is resting on the side of the right foot.
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HH.·.>>Todos hacen el signo de un M.·.M.·.

Note: To undo the sign of a M.·.M.·., it is done by making the penal sign.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>12

The First Watchman stands up and makes a personal observation of each.

person13present. (If you notice any anomalies go to the section:
Procedure if there is a possible intruder.

Prim.·.Vig.·.14All present are MM.·.MM.·.; V.·.M.·.

V.·.M.·. >> H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·. Are you M.·.M.·.?

I am; V.M.

11The V.·.M.·. and the Seg.·.Vig.·. remain seated in their seats.

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The Prim.·.Vig.·. must be informed by the Secr.·. of all the HH.·. who are visitors and who are
duly accredited. If the Prim.·.Vig.·. is not informed, he may proceed in doubt with the
procedure if there is an intruder.
13 The Prim.·.Vig.·. must take into account that there may be HH.·. from other rites whose signs are

different, if you have doubts, you should go to the section 'Procedure if there is a possible intruder'.
14
The Prim.·.Vig.·. must always speak with the mallet held in his right hand and placed on the
heart.
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What led you to become a Mason Master?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> Receive the salaries of a Mason Master, be better

capable of supporting my family, contributing to the relief of the poor, thus
as well as to the afflicted Master Masons, their widows, and orphans.

V.·.M.·. >> Where was he made a Mason Master?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>In a just and legitimately constituted Lodge of

M.M.

V.·.M.·. >> How many used to compose a Lodge of M.·. M.·.?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> Three or more.

V.·.M.·. >>When it is composed of only three, who are they?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> The V.·. M, the Prim.·.Vig.·. and the Seg.·. Vig.·.

V.·.M.·. >> What is the place of the Sec.·.Vig.·. in the Lodge?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> In the South.

V.·.M.·. >>H.·. Seg.·.Vig.·. Why are you in the South and what are its
homework?

So.·.Vig.·. >>To observe the Sun better is at its highest meridian,

call the workers from work to rest and from rest to work, see
that the workers arrive in due time, so that this lodge can
to have pleasure and benefit.

V.·.M.·. >> What is the place of the Prim.·.Vig.·. in the lodge?

Sec. Vig. >>In the West. V. M.

V.·.M.·. >>H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·. Why are you in the West and what are its
homework?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>Just as the Sun at its setting closes the day, the Prim.·.Vig.·.
It is placed in the West to close the lodge and give the workers their wages.
corresponding.

V.·.M.·. >>What is the place of the V.·.M.·. in the Lodge?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>En el Este. Y así como el Sol se levanta por el Este para
Open the day, the V.·.M.·. is placed in the East to open the lodge and conduct works.
to the workers.

Three blows of a mallet.

Notes:

All the HH.·. make the sign of fidelity.

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[Link] V.·.M.·. rises last.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·., it is my will and desire, according to the ancients

uses and customs of the York Rite that the Respectable Lodge Lautaro with the
number 41 and under the auspices of the Grand Lodge of Spain to the East.
Madrid is open at the Master's level, for the work of our
matters, under the usual Masonic restrictions. Communicate this.
Resolution to the H.·. Seg.·.Vig.·. in the South and to the HH.·. for their governance.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>> (turning to the South.) H.·.Seg.·.Vig.·., it is the will and

the wish of the Venerable Master in the East, according to ancient customs and
customs of the York Rite that the Respectable Lodge Lautaro with the number
41 years under the auspices of the Grand Lodge of Spain in the Or. of Madrid
open sea at the Master's degree, for the work of our affairs,
under the usual Masonic restrictions. Communicate the present
Resolution to the HH.·. for their governance.

Sec.·.Vig.·. >>HH.·., it is the will and desire of the Venerable Master in

the East, communicated by the Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West, according to the ancients
uses and customs of the York Rite that the Respectable Lodge Lautaro with the
number 41 and under the auspices of the Grand Lodge of Spain at the Or.·.
Madrid be open in the degree of Master, for the work of our
matters, under the usual Masonic restrictions. Take note, and
govern yourself accordingly.

V.·.M.·.>>HH.·., together in the signs.

Notas:

1. The H.H. look towards the V.M., who does, little by little and with
clarity, the signs of a Learner, then those of the Companion and for
last ones of a Master; then imitating the HH.·. and the battery of
degree
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2. The battery15it is done by clapping, with the following cadence:

*** ** **
3. After making the signs; The V.·.M.·. strikes three times with his
mallet in the East, followed by the Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West and then
by the Sec.·.Vig.·. In the south. Two more rounds are made.

He takes off his hat and says: 'Let us pray.'

All the HH.·. are put with the sign of faith.

Oh, G.A.D.U., we dedicate this work to you so that your

wisdom guide the hearts of those of us who are gathered today in such
honorable labor.

Remember your creator in the days of your youth, before the days come
bad days, and let the years come of which you say: I have nothing in them
happiness and harmony; before the Sun, and the Light, and the Moon darken
Stars, and let the clouds return, after the rain.

So be it!

Note: In addition to the sentence, and if deemed appropriate, a can be provided.

reminder; appointing the V.·. M.·. to a M.·.M.·..·.: (go to the section
reminder

I declare this lodge open in the degree of Master in the name

of G.·.A.·.D.·.U.·. and consecrated to Saint John of Jerusalem.

He puts on the top hat and strikes three times with the mallet; followed by
Prim.·.Vig.·. and then the Seg.·.Vig.·. (two more rounds are done; only
put on the hat once.

Notes:

The brothers sit down.

The V.·.M.·. sits last.

15York Mysteries Revealed. Revd. Neville Barker Cryer. Page 397

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V.·.M.·.>>HH.·. Ddiac.·. Fulfill your duties

Notes:

Col. Arm.:

While the Ddiac.·. fulfill the order of the V.·.M.·., play music.
appropriate.

Prim.·.Diac.·. :

The minor lights are placed in their correct position, two to the
sides of the altar Northeast and Northwest, and the third among them in the South,
a little more to the North.
Light a candle with the Eastern candle located on the pillar of the
wisdom, move towards the smaller light located to the Northeast and ignite
your candle.
Advance to the smaller light located in the Northwest and turn it on.
Light the candle, then ignite the candle of the pillar of strength.
Move towards the smallest light located in the South and light the candle,
then light the candle of the pillar of beauty.
Fix the Three Great Lights on the Altar and organizes them
properly on the altar and open the Bible to Ecclesiastes XII.

Seg.·.Diac.·.:

He approaches the door and taps three times (to notify the G.·.T.·.E.·. that
The jobs have been opened in the degree of Master). The G.·.T.·.E.·.
give three touches.
Discover the degree chart.

V.·.M.·.>>Strike three times with the mallet.

End of the Opening Ceremony

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Notes:

The V.·.M.·. continues with the agenda.

It is important to be diligent in the affairs of the lodge. See

behavior in the lodge.

3. If during the work a H.·. arrives late; he must first go to the

Prim.·.Vig.·. whisper the word of passage and with the approval of the
vigilante move forward with the steps of the degree, and the sign of the Master.

4. If there is a planned pass to Master, you must go to the page ...

5. Otherwise, one must go to one of the three instruction readings.

of the Master's degree.

6. If you wish to suspend the work, you must act as follows

way

How to call the workers from work to rest.

The V.·.M.·. whispers in the ear of the Prim.·.Diac.·. :

It is my will and desire that this lodge be called of labor

to rest for pleasure.

Notas:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. moves to the Prim.·.Vig.·. and whispers the

words of the W.·.M.·. in the ear;
The Prim.·.Vig.·. whispers the same words to the Seg.·.Diac.·. to his
right side.
The 2nd Diac. whispers the same words to the 2nd Vig. Likewise
form that declares in a loud voice:

It is the will and desire of our V.·.M.·. that this lodge be

call from work to rest.

V.·M.·. >>HH.·. Ddiac.·. Fulfill your duties.

Notas:

Col. Arm.: Play appropriate music.

Prim.·.Diac.·. :

Turn off the three minor lights.

Dismantle the Three Great Lights on the Altar and close the V.L.S.
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Seg.·.Diac.:

Advance to the door, knock three times, wait for the response from the
G.·.T.·.E.·. who strikes three times with the sword.
The Secretary of the Median opens the door and indicates to the Grand Treasurer that the
work will be suspended.
Seg.·.Diac.·. covers the degree frame.

Note:

The care of the lodge remains in the hands of the Sec.·· Vig.·· while the
the lobby is resting.

How to call the workers from rest to work

The venerable whispers in the ear of the first deacon:

It is my will and desire that this lodge be called of rest.

to work.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Moves to the Prim.·.Vig.·. and whispers the words

from the Venerable Master in the ear; the Prim.·.Vig.·. Whispers to the Seg.·.Diac.·. to
on his right side and this takes him to the Second Vigil. Who likewise declares
out loud:

Standing up) It is the will and desire of our

V.·.M.·. May this lodge be called from rest to work.

V.·.M.·. >>HH.·. Ddiac.·. Fulfill your duties.

Notes:

Prim.·.Diac.·. :

The minor lights are placed in their correct position, two to the
sides of the altar NorthEast and NorthWest, and the third between them in the South,
a little further north.
Light a candle with the candle of the East located on the pillar of the
wisdom, move towards the lesser light located to the Northeast and ignite
your candle.
Advance to the lower light located in the Northwest and turn it on.
Light the candle, then light the candle of the pillar of strength.
Advance to the smaller light located in the South and light the candle,
Then light the pillar candle of beauty.
Fix the Three Great Lights on the Altar and arrange them properly.
on the altar and open the Bible to Ecclesiastes XII.

Seg.·.Diac.·.:
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He approaches the door and knocks three times, the G.·.T.·.E.·. responds with
three strokes with his sword.
The Second Diaconate opens the door and says to the Grand Templar that the
Work will resume at the M.·. degree and the closing.
Seg.·.Diac.·. Discover the degree chart.

Close the lodge in the Master Degree

What is the main concern of a M.?

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Make sure that the lodge is properly covered.

V.·.M.·.

Fulfill your duty.

Seg.·.Diac.·.>>

He/she approaches the door, knocks three times on the door.

The G.·.T.·.E.·. responds with three taps of the sword on the
door from the outside.
The Sec.·.Diac.·. opens the door and indicates to the G.·.T.·.E.·. that it
Lodge at the Master's degree will be closed.
Close the door.

The lodge is duly covered; W.·.M.·.

V.·.M.·. >> How is it covered?

For a H.·. of this degree, invested with the implement

suitable for his trade (the sword)

V.·.M.·. >> What is your duty there?

Keep all profane people away; except for those who...

are duly qualified, and have the permission of the Venerable Master.
(Sits down.)

V.·.M.·. >> H.·.Prim.·.Vig, are you sure that all those present are
M.·.M.·..·.?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>16HH.·. standing and with the sign of an M.·.M.·. (If you notice
any anomaly go to the section: Procedure if there is a possible
intruder).

Everyone makes the sign of an M.M.

16The V.·.M.·. and the Seg.·.Vig.·. remain seated in their seats.

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Note: To undo the sign of a M.·.M.·., the penal sign is made.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>The
17 First Vigilante stands up and makes a
personal observation of each person18present. (If you notice anything
anomaly go to section: Procedure if there is a possible intruder).

Prim.·.Vig.·.19All present are M.·.M.·.; V.·.M.·.

V.·.M.·. >>Are you M.·.M.·.?

I am; W.·.M.·.

V.·.M.·. >> What induced you to become a Master Mason?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> Receive the salaries of a Mason Master, be better

able to support my family, contribute to the relief of the poor, thus
as well as to the grieving Masonic Masters, their widows and orphans.

V.·.M.·. >>Where did they make a Master Mason?

In a just and legitimately constituted Lodge of

Mason Masters.

V.·.M.·. >> How many used to compose a Lodge of Masters

Freemasons?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>Three or more.

V.·.M.·. >>When it is composed of only three, who are they?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> The V.·. M, the Prim.·.Vig.·. and the Seg.·. Vig.·.

V.·.M.·. >> What is the place of the Sec.·.Vig.·. in the Lodge?

17
The Prim.·.Vig.·. must be informed by the Secr.·. of all the HH.·. who are visitors and who are
duly accredited. If the Prim.·.Vig.·. is not informed, they can proceed in doubt with the
procedure if there is any intruder.
18 The Prim.·.Vig.·. must take into account that there may be HH.·. from other rites whose signs are

different, if you have doubts, you should go to the section 'Procedure if there is a possible intruder'.
19
The Prim.·.Vig.·. must always speak with the mallet held in his right hand and placed on the
heart.
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Prim.·.Vig.·. >> In the South.

V.·.M.·. >>H.·. Seg.·.Vig.·. Why are you in the South and what are your
homework there?

To better observe the Sun is at its highest meridian,

call the workers from work to rest and from rest to work, see
that the workers arrive on time, so that the lodge can
to have pleasure and benefit.

V.·.M.·. >> What is the place of the Prim.·.Vig.·. in the lodge?

Sec.·.Vig.·. >>In the West.

V.·.M.·. >>H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·. Why are you in the West and what are its
homework there?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>Just as the Sun at its setting closes the day, the Prim.·.Vig.·.
It is placed in the West to close the lodge and give the workers their salary.
corresponding.

V.·.M.·. >> H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·. What is the place of the V.·.M.·. in the Lodge?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>In the East. And just as the Sun rises in the East to
open the day, the V.·.M.·. is placed in the East to open the lodge and commence work
to the workers. V. ·.M. ·:

V.·.M.·.>>Make three strikes with a mallet.

Notes:

All HH.·. make the sign of fidelity.

The V.·.M.·. stands up last.

V.M.>>H. Prim. Vig., it is my will and desire, according to the ancients

uses and customs of the York Rite that the Respectable Lodge Lautaro with the
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number 41 and under the auspices of the Grand Lodge of Spain to the East.
Madrid is closed at the Master's level, for the work of our
matters, under the usual Masonic restrictions. Communicate this
Resolution to the H. Vigilance in the South and to the HH. for their governance.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>> (turning towards the South.) H.·.Seg.·.Vig.·.,it is the will and

the wish of the Venerable Master in the East, according to ancient customs and
customs of the York Rite that the Respectable Lodge Lautaro with the number
41 years under the auspices of the Grand Lodge of Spain in the East of Madrid
closed at the level of Master, for the work of our affairs, under
the usual Masonic restrictions. Communicate the present Resolution to
the HH.·. for its government.

It is the will and desire of the Venerable Master in

the East, communicated by the Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West, according to the ancients
uses and customs of the York Rite that the Respectable Lodge Lautaro with the
number 41 and under the auspices of the Grand Lodge of Spain to the Or.
Madrid will be closed at the Master's degree level for the work of our.
matters, under the usual Masonic restrictions. Take note, and
govern yourselves accordingly.

V.·.M.·.>>HH.·., together in the signs.

Notes:

1. The H.H. look towards the V.M., who does little by little and with
clarity, the signs of a Learner, then those of the partner and by
last the ones of a Master; then imitating the HH.·. and the battery of the
grade

2. The battery20it is done by clapping, with the following cadence:

*** ** **
3. After making the signs; The V.·.M.·. gives three knocks with his
mallet in the East, followed by the Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West and then
for the Seg.·.Vig.·. In the South. Three rounds are made.

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He takes off his hat and says: 'Let's pray.'

All the HH.·. are placed with the sign of Faith.

Cap.

Option 1:

May the heavenly blessing continue upon us, and upon all Masons!
let brotherly love prevail, and all moral and social virtues us
one forever.

Option 2:

Supreme Architect of the Universe, accept our humble thanks for the
many mercies and blessings that your generosity has conferred upon
us, and especially for this friendship relationship. Sorry, you
we beg you, do not see anything wrong in us since we have been together; and
continue with us your presence, protection, and blessing. Make us sensitive
of the renewed obligations that are under love with you, and since
we are about to separate and return to our respective places of
residence, let them be satisfied by the influence of our hearts
and lies, so that each of us practices, outside the lodge, the
great moral duties that are instilled in it, and with study and
reverence; to obey the laws you have given us in your Holy Word.

All the HH.·. say: so be it.

V.·.M.·.>>HH.·.;

Let's now leave this sacred place of friendship and virtue and to
mix ourselves again with the world.

In the midst of their worries and their darkness, let us not forget our duties.
that we have heard so frequently and strongly recommended in this
logia. Let us be diligent, prudent, and discreet.

Let us remember that around this altar, we have promised to make friends and
relieve all the HH.·. who need our help. If we saw that a
H... is mistaken, we will remember that we promised to point it out to him,
most tender way, his failures and help him in his reform, to fix it
his character.
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Cuando injustamente sea calumniado, sugiere, en su nombre, las

most sincere and satisfactory circumstances, and if rebuked, let the
the world observes how the M.M. love each other.

Estos generosos principios son extensibles para todos. Cada ser humano
he has the right to his good offices. For the good of all.

That by the diligence in the duties of our respective vocations,

for the liberal benevolence and charity, for the constancy and fidelity with
our friendships, discover the beneficial and happy effects of this
ancient and honorable institution.

Let's not assume that we have worked in vain here, and wasted
our efforts for nothing, because our work is with the G.·.A.·.D.·.U.·.
and our reward with Him.

Lastly, HH., let us all be of one feeling, let us live in peace, and the
May G.A.D.U. bless us with love and peace!

I declare this lodge closed in the name of the G.A.D.U.

dedicated to Saint John of Jerusalem in the degree of master; all conduct
inappropriate according to our Masonic principles are penalized for not
less than what most would consider appropriate.

Notas:

The V.·.M.·. gives three knocks with the mallet and removes the top hat.
The Prim.·.Vig.·. gives three knocks with the mallet.
The Sec.·. Vig.·. strikes three blows with a mallet.
Everyone sits down.

V.·.M.·. >> HH.·. Ddiac.·. Fulfill your duty.

Notes:

Col. Arm.:

While the Ddiac.·. fulfill the order of the V.·.M.·. play music
appropriate.

Prim.·.Diac.·. :

1.) Move to the smallest light located in the Northeast and turn off the candle.
2.) Move forward to the smaller light located in the Northwest and turn off the Candle,
then extinguish the pillar of strength candle.
3.)Advance to the smaller light located in the South and extinguish the candle, then
put out the candle of the pillar of beauty.
4.) Dismantle the Three Great Lights on the altar and close the Bible.

Seg.·.Diac.·.:
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Se dirige a la puerta y da tres toques (para avisar al G.·.T.·.E.·. que

the jobs will be closed in the degree of teaching). The G.·.T.·.E.·.
give three touches.
The Seg.·.Diac.·. opens the door and indicates to the G.·.T.·.E.·. that the
jobs are closed.
Close the door.
Cover the loggia frame.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>By the will and desire of the V.·.M.·. This lodge in the degree of
Maestro closes, with our next meeting on the day...

End of the closing ceremony.

Procedure if there are possible intruders

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>HH.·.Prim.·. and Sec.·. Diac.·. Draw near.

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Whispering, he asks for the Master's pass word and demands that, in
the same conditions, everyone present must give it, to
exception of the V.·.M.·., Prim.·.Vig.·. and Sec.·.Vig.·.

The Prim.·.Diac.·. travels the column of the North, the Seg.·.Diac.·. the
South column; both bringing their ear to each H.·. So that
this one whispers the password. If someone doesn't give it or gives it
incorrectly, it should continue until everyone has them.
dice.

Once the route is completed, they return in front of the altar and the
The Sec.·.Deacon communicates to the Prim.·.Deacon the password.
Segmentation returns to its place.

Note:
. If during the request for the word some of the
presents it wrong or gives it poorly, the word that
the Second Diacon will communicate to the First Diacon.
It's raining21

The Prim.·.Diac.·. goes up to the V.·.M.·. and whispers the word of

step. If after the route of the Ddiac.·. Someone gave the
The word I didn't know, the one given is: 'It rains.'

(Warning; see the note) H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·. the pass word

is ...

Note: The V.·.M.·. must give the word that has been communicated to him.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Warning; see the note) All those present are
Masonic Masters

Notes:

If the word is rains or is different from the known step word,

the Prim.·.Vig.·. Calls the Deacons to their place.
they will whisper where the anomaly occurred and the Prim.·.Vig.·.
He shall order that both Ddiac.·. be placed next to each other.
possible intruder.
The Prim.·.Vig.·. will ask the possible intruder to stand up and say: If any
H.·. of those present certifies that he knows the visitor please
that he does it now.
If no one vouches for the visitor, he must be taken outside to
to be covered by the G.·.T.·.E.·.

21From Josephus we learn that they were occupied in the construction of the temple for seven years, without
embargo, during all this time, it did not rain during the day, and the workers were able to work without
obstructions in his work, and from the sacred history we are told that there was not even the sound of the
no hammer, no axes, nor any other iron tool, in the temple while it was being built
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Once it has been retiled, it will enter the temple in the usual way.

Reminder
Preferably from memory, although it can be from
valuable help reading the text

The paths of virtues are beautiful.

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Knowledge is attained in degrees.

Wisdom dwells in contemplation, it need not be sought.
Let us then, brothers, apply ourselves with zeal
In the practice of excellent principles
What our Order instills.

Let us always remember

That the main objectives of our association are,
Moderation of desires and inadequate passions,
The cultivation of an active benevolence,
and the application of a correct understanding of the duties that
We owe to God, to our neighbor, and to ourselves.

Let's go united brothers, to the practice with diligence of the principles

sacred of our Order.
That all private animosities, which unfortunately exist,
Give way to affection and brotherly love.

It is useless to talk about the restraint of irregular passions.

Within the walls of the lodge, if we allow them to
They triumph in our relationships with others.

United in the great design, let us be happy ourselves

and strive to promote the happiness of others.

Let us cultivate the great moral virtues,

Established in our lodge frame,
and improve in everything that is good, kind, and useful.

Let the benign genius of Mystic Art preside over our councils, and under
from its influence we act with a dignity becoming of the highest
moral of our venerable institution.

The Salary of the Teacher Degree

Notes:
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The salary22of the worker is given by the Prim.·.Vig.·. 23

It takes place through a question and answer dialogue; between the V.·.M.·.24y
the Prim.·.vig.·.
3. The readings must be cyclical; that is to say, one in each meeting and
completed the cycle start again. This degree contains three
readings. In this way, one studies and deepens the degree in
a loving environment and avoids falling into digressions
intellectuals that do not correspond with the sacred art.
4. Once the reading is done; the floor is granted so that the
MM.·. from their comments on those aspects of the dialogue
question and answer that caught their attention.
5. The intervention should not last more than 2 minutes and one intervenes a
only once. It must be clear and concise, the mason must showcase the
good use of the word and the time.
6. The intervention must be directed towards the East and the sign of the Master.
There should be no more than three interventions - although the V.M.
you may grant more interventions if you wish - otherwise
the work can take too long.
It is advisable that the reading be done from memory, although
It can be of valuable help to follow the text.
9. It is advisable that the points from 1 to 8 are remembered.
by the V.·.M.·. to the whole lodge for the Brethren Visitors
be aware of the dynamics.

The Salary (FIRST READING)

Note:

See the recommendations to take into account for setting the salary
on the page ...

22
Neville Barker Cryer in his book The Mystery of York Revealed says: "... Initially the procedure
It should have been simpler and with fewer comments in the form of readings or catechisms...
Barker Cryer is a former grand chaplain of the U.·.G.·.L.·.E.·. member of the oldest lodge in YORK and
past V.·.M.·. and secretary of Lodge Quatuor Coronati.

23Your duty there, H. Prim. Vig.?

Just as the sun at its setting closes the day, the Prim.·.Vig.·. is placed in the west to
close the lodge and give the workers the corresponding salary. V.·.M.·.

24V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Prim.·.Vig .·. , What is the place in the lodge of the V.·.M.·.?
Just as the sun rises in the east to open the day, the M.·.W.·. is placed in the east to
open your lodge and give work to the workers. V.·.M.·.
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V.·. M.·.>>Are you H.·. Prim.·. Vig.·. M.·. M.·.?

I am.

What led you to become M.M.?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> That I might be given the word of Master and power
traveling through foreign countries, working and receiving a Teacher's salary, and being
therefore placed in a better position to support both my family
like myself and to help alleviate their misfortunes
Masonic masters who deserve it, and their widows and orphans.

What makes you M.·. M.·.?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >>My oath.

V.·. M.·.>>Where were you prepared to become M.·. M.·.?

Prime.·. Vigil.·. >> In a room, next to a just and perfect Lodge of M.M.·.
MM.·.?

V.·. M.·.>>How were you prepared?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Being deprived of all kinds of metals, neither naked nor
dress, barefoot, with both knees and the chest uncovered, bandaged and with
a rope wrapped three times around my waist and dressed in white; in this
I was taken to the door of the Lodge, where I knocked three times.
They were answered from inside with three others.

What does the rope wrapped three times around teach you?
body?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> That as I progressed in Masonry, my ties are

tighter and tighter.

V.·. M.·.>>What do the three knocks refer to?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> To the degree of Master of Freemasonry that I was in

entering.

V.·. M.·.>>What were you told then?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Who goes?

Your response?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> The H.·. XYZ who has been duly initiated as
Apprentice, has moved up to the rank of Companion and would now like to obtain more.
light in masonry, being Elevated to the sublime degree of M.·.M.·.

What were you asked?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> If that was an act of my own free will, if I

he was worthy and well qualified, if he was properly and truly prepared and
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if sufficient progress had been made in the previous grade; having been
having answered affirmatively, I was also asked which other one
the right or benefit I expected to obtain such an important privilege.

Your answer?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> The benefit of the password.

Did you have the password?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Not me; but my driver did it for me.

V.·. M.·.>>What were you told then?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Since I was in possession of all the

necessary qualifications, which awaited until the V.·. M.·. was
informed of my request and send your response.

V.·. M.·.>> What was his response?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Let him enter this Respectable Lodge of M.·.M.·.M.·. and
that it be received in accordance with the proper and ancient formalities.

V.·. M.·.>> How were you received?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> With the tips of the Compass open, one on each side of
my bare chest; to teach me that, just as within the chest there
they contain the most vital parts of man, thus within the two ends
The compass contains the most valuable dogmas of Freemasonry, which
they are friendship, morality, and brotherly love.

V.·. M.·.>>What did they do to you then?

I was regularly led three times around the

Lodge and the position of Second Vigilante in the South, where I was made
the same questions as at the entrance of the door.

What did the Sec. Vig. do with you?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >>Ordered that he be taken to the position of the First

Vigilante in the West, where I was asked the same questions and I
they gave the same answers.

What did the First Vigilante do with you?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >>Ordered that he be taken to where the V.·. M.·. in the
Here, where I was asked the same questions as before. I was also
asked where he was coming from and where he was going traveling.

Your response?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> From West to East.

V.·. M.·.>>Why did you leave the West to travel towards the East?
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Prim.·. Vig.·. >>Seeking more light in Freemasonry.

V.·. M.·.>> What happened to you then?

He was ordered to be taken back to where the

Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West, who taught me how to approach
This, in the ancient and appropriate form.

V.·. M.·.>> What is this?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Advance with the left foot, bringing the heel of the
right next to the left arch, thus forming the angle of
a squad; then advance with the right foot, bringing the heel of the
left next to the right arch, then advance with the left foot and
bring the two heels together; all with the body straight facing East.

V.·. M.·.>>What did the Master do with you then?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> It made me M.·. M.·.

V.·. M.·.>>How?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> In due form.

V.·. M.·.>>What is the proper form?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Kneeling on my bare knees, my two

hands resting on the Volume of the Sacred Law, the Square and the
Compass, in which I duly took the solemn oath of M.·. M.·.

V.·. M.·.>>Do you know such an oath?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> I know.

Repeater.

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> "I, XYZ (V.·.M.·. give three blows with my hammer, when
everyone present stands around the altar), of my own free will
will and agreement, in the presence of Almighty God, and this lodge erected
to him and dedicated to the sacred saints Juanes, hereby and henceforth,
más solemne y sinceramente prometo y juro, que siempre cubriré, ocultare,
and I will never reveal the secrets, the arts, the parts, the point or points, of the
Masonic Masters, to anyone, unless they are a true
brother of this degree, or in a regularly constituted Lodge of
Masonic Masters, neither to him, nor to them, until by strict judgment, due
exam, and legal information, they have legal rights to it or like me.

I also promise and swear that I will uphold and comply with all laws,
rules and regulations of the Masonic Masters, and of the lodge of which I
may become a member hereafter, so it will come to
my knowledge, and that I will always uphold and support the constitution,
the laws and decrees of the Grand Lodge on which the lodge relies.
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Furthermore, I am going to acknowledge and respect all the proper signs and duties.
that have been given to me in a lodge of Master Masons, or given by a
brother of that degree, within the length of my rope.

Furthermore, I will always help and assist the poor, the afflicted, the
Worthy Masonic Masters, their widows and orphans, knowing that it
They are, so that their needs require it, and my ability allows me to.
allow, without prejudice to myself and my family.

Furthermore, I will keep the secrets of a worthy brother Master.

Mason, inviolably, when I am informed; excluding the
murder and betrayal.

"Furthermore, I am not going to a clandestine Masonic Lodge, nor to converse."

about the topic of Freemasonry with a Mason made in a lodge
clandestine, not one who has been expelled.

Furthermore, I am not going to deceive, do harm, or defraud a lodge of

Masonic Masters, not even brother of this degree, knowingly, neither
to supplant him in any of his commendable enterprises, but I will give due and
timely notification, so that you can protect yourself from all danger.

Additionally, I am not going to have illegal sexual relations with the wife of
a Mason Master, his mother, sister, or daughter, and if it is in my power;
prevent a brother from doing it

Furthermore, I will not give the Grand Masonic word, nor any other
way or manner in which I am going to receive it.

Moreover, I am not going to make the big sign of distress, except in the case of
imminent danger, in a just and legal Lodge, or for the benefit of the
instruction, and if I ever see it, or hear the words that it
I will go help a worthy brother in trouble, even though
"There is a greater chance of saving your life and losing mine."

All this and more solemnly, I sincerely promise and swear, with a
firm and constant resolution to carry it out, without any doubt,
no mental reservation whatsoever, being aware of a sorrow no less than that of
to have my body cut in two, my insides burned to ashes,
my ashes scattered to the four winds of the heavens, so that there will be no
more memory of such a vile, evil, and miserable being, in case any
time, knowingly, violated the obligation of a Mason Master. So help me God
help me and keep me steadfast in its proper fulfillment.

V.·. M.·.>>After the oath, what else was asked of you?

What I desired the most.

Your response?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >>More light in Masonry.

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V.·. M.·.>>Did you get it?

Yes, by order of the V.·. M.·.

When given the light, what did you observe?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> The Three Great Lights of Masonry, as in the

previous grade; but with this difference: the two tips of the compass
They were on the Squad, to show me what they had received and had.
titles to receive all the light in Freemasonry that could be conferred or
to communicate with me in a Lodge of Masters.

What did you observe afterwards?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> To the V.·. M.·. approaching me from the East, with the
steps, the sign of a master, and the penal sign of M.·. M.·.; which I
he presented his right hand as proof of his unbroken friendship and
fraternal love, and proceeded to invest me with the touch and password of
M.·. M.·., ordering me to rise, salute the Second and First
Vigilantes and I proved that I was in possession of the steps, signs,
touch and password of M.·. M.·.

What happened next?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> I was ordered to be taken back to the First

Vigilante in the West who taught me to use my apron like M. M.

V.·. M.·. >> How should the M. M. wear his apron?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> With the plant downwards and the square unfolded.

V.·. M.·.>>What tools were you provided with?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> With the work tools of the M. M.

V.·. M.·.>> What are they?

Prim.·. Vig.·. All of Masonry indiscriminately,

especially the trulla or flat.

V.·. M.·.>> What happened to you then?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> It was ordered that he be taken back to the place of
where I came, that I should be dressed anew with the garments that I had been given
private and that I return to the Lodge, to give me more instruction.

End of reading

V.·.M.·.>>HH.·. Prim.·. and Seg.·. Vig.·. ; Grant the word in your

columns as I do in the East in case any H. Desire
comment or contribute about the reading we just did.
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Prim.·.Vig.·. >>HH.·. The floor is granted from my column in case anyone

H.·. Would you like to comment or contribute on the reading we just did.

Seg. Vig. >>HH. The floor is granted from my column in case any H.
Do you wish to comment or contribute about the reading we just did?

Note:

After the interventions, the order of

day.

Salary (SECOND READING)

Note:

See the recommendations to consider for setting the salary

on the page ...

V.·. M.·.>>When did you return to the Lodge, after having taken the
oath and obligation, what were you told?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >>That in my continuous progress in this degree I would have to

to represent our Great Master Hiram Abiff, the son of the widow, whose
It was customary to enter the Temple every day at twelve and perform their
drawings on the easel for the workers to continue their tasks,
after which I went to the unfinished Sancta Sanctorum, and offered my
prayers to the Eternal G.·.A.·.D.·.U.·..

>> Having done this, what else happened?

I tried to exit through the South door, and there I found a

Ruffian, who asked me three times for the secret word of the Master Mason, and
Having refused to give it for three times, he hit me in the throat.
So I tried to escape through the West door, and there I was attacked by a
second Rufián who also asked me for the secret word three times
Mason Master, and having refused to give it to him three times, he wounded me in the
chest. I then tried to escape through the East door, and there I was attacked by a
third Rufián, who also asked me for the secret word three times
Maestro Masón, y negada por mi tres veces, me dio un golpe en la frente
making myself at your feet.

What was done then with the body?

He was buried in the rubble.

V.·. M.·.>>How long did he stay there?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Until twelve down, when the Ruffians gathered,
and they took him west to the top of a hill and there they buried him,
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placing a branch of Acacia at the head of the pit to mark the site,
in case at some point in the future they need to find you, and then
they tried to escape from the kingdom.

V.·. M.·.>>How was his absence discovered?

It was King Solomon's custom to go every morning to

Temple to inspect the work, to see if it had been completed in all.
its parts according to the plans he had received from his father David. When
arriving at the Temple on this occasion, found the Companions in confusion,
and inquiring about the cause of this, he was informed that there were no plans in the
easel so that the Workers could continue their work and that
our Grand Master Hiram Abiff was missing.

V.·. M.·.>>What happened next?

King Solomon ordered that a careful search be made

in all the places of the Temple, to see if he could be found.

What result did the search produce?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >>No news could be obtained from him since twelve of
previous day.

What happened after this?

Twelve Companions presented themselves before King Solomon,

dresses with white aprons, and they confessed that they, along with three others, had
conspired to extract the secret word from Master Hiram Abiff
Mason Master, But reflecting on this enormous crime,
they had regretted and given up, but they feared that the other three
they were so miserable that they would have carried out their sinister plans.

V.·. M.·.>>What happened to them?

King Solomon ordered them to return to their work.

and also ordered that a list of all the workers be taken to see who
they were missing.

Were some missing?

There were three left, Jubelá, Jubeló, and Jubelúm, brothers and
coming from Tyre.

V.·. M.·.>>Were they found?

They were.

V.·. M.·.>>How?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> King Solomon commanded the twelve Companions to stand before
they had appeared and confessed, that they should be divided into groups of three
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men and they went to the East, the West, the North, and the South in search of the
murderers.

What was the result of the search?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> The three who were traveling west, when they arrived at
the city of Joppa, they encountered a sailor, whom they asked if
he had seen some foreigners pass by that road; he replied to them that
yes, that I had seen three the day before, and that by their appearance, I believed that
they were men from Tyre; due to their strong resemblance, they seemed to be of the same
family; and because they were wearing white aprons, they looked like workers from
Temple. They tried to obtain passage to Ethiopia, but having
informed that King Solomon had published an edict, prohibiting
leave the Kingdom without his permission, which they did not have, they could not
to obtain such a passage and they returned to the interior.

What happened then?

The first Companion said: These are undoubtedly the

three rascals; let us march and take notice and the others agreed. Upon arrival
before King Solomon they reported what had happened, and the King having no
doubt about who the Ruffians were, said: 'But this is not satisfactory' and ordered
a new search dividing the twelve as before, and telling them that if
they did not bring the Ruffians before Justice, they would be considered themselves
by the assassins of the Grand Master Hiram Abiff and sentenced as such.

What was the result of the search?

They returned to take the road to the West, and finding themselves
one of them, tired, sat down on the top of a hill to rest and
when trying to get up, he grabbed onto a branch of Acacia, which he
It came off so easily that it raised his suspicions. He immediately called to
his companions and while they were talking about the rarity of that event, they heard
voices that came from the caves of the nearby rocks. The first voice that
they recognized it was Jubelá who said: "It would have been better if I had..."
cut the throat and tore out the tongue, making it buried in the sand of the
sea, there where the tide rises and falls twice in 24 hours, that having me
an accomplice in the assassination of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff.

Reconocieron en segundo término la voz de Jubeló que decía: "Mejor fuera

that they would have ripped open my left chest, and taken out my
heart and my lungs and they would have taken them to the valley of Josaphat, and the
they would have delivered me as prey to the vultures, rather than making me an accomplice
in the assassination of our Grand Master Hiram Abiff.

The third voice recognized was that of Jubelúm who said: "Better it would be if
they would have divided my body in two, they would have ripped out my entrails,
they would have burned them until they turned to ash and they would have
scattered to the four winds, so that there would be no remnants, nor traces, nor
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memories, between the Masons and men, of a miserable perjurer like

I, who have murdered our Great Master Hiram Abiff.

Immediately they ran and caught the murderers and brought them before the King.
Salomon.

What did King Solomon order to be done with them?

He ordered that they be taken outside the walls of the

City, and there they were executed according to the same imprecations by
her pronounced lips.

What happened after the execution?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> King Solomon commanded that the twelve Companions be
they would divide again into groups and travel like before in search of the body
of Grand Master Hiram Abiff and if they found anything, that they act diligently
investigation to see if I could clearly identify the body.

V.·. M.·.>>Was his body found?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Found.

Where?

At the summit of the hill where a tired Comrade is

I had sat down to catch my breath and rest.

What finally happened to the body of our Grand Master

Hiram Abiff?

It was raised by King Solomon in the proper manner.

Masonic.

V.·. M.·.>>What is that proper form?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> For the five points of the Brotherhood and the Claw of
Lion.

V.·. M.·.>>What are they?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Foot to foot, knee to knee, chest to chest, hand
with back and mouth with ear.

V.·. M.·.>>What explanation do you have?

Foot to foot teaches us that we must always be

willing to march on foot and even barefoot to carry out any
meritorious work of a M.·. M.·., if circumstances require it and not
we are better supplied. Knee to knee, for it is our duty
always remember our Brothers in our devotions to the
Divinity. Chest to chest, that the secrets of a worthy Mason, when they ...
they inform us as such, they must remain so sacred and inviolable
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in our chest, as they were in theirs before we got

will communicate, except for murder and betrayal. Hand behind the back, which
we must always be willing to extend our hand to support
to the Brother who is going to fall and help him in all the occasions when it is
reasonable to do so, as well as to protect the honor of a H.·. both in his
absence as in your presence. Mouth with ear that we must always be
willing to discreetly offer wise advice in the Brother's ear
stray and warn him of any danger that threatens him.

V.·. M.·.>> Do you have any other sign in this Degree?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> I have it.

What is it?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> The Great Sign of Help of the M.M.·. M.M.·.

V.·. M.·.>> Give it to me, for the benefit of the brothers. Where was it
instituted?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> In the tomb of our Great Master Hiram Abiff, before
to lift his body.

V.·. M.·.>> After the body was raised, where did it finally go?
deposited?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> As close to the Sancta Sanctorum as the Law allowed
Hebrew, and on its remains a monument was erected of the finest marble of
Paros, on which a broken column and a crying Virgin were outlined,
holding in the right hand a branch of Acacia and in the left a
urn; in front of it an open book and behind it the image of Time,
undoing and counting the curls of her hair with her hands.

End of reading

V.·.M.·.>>HH.·. Prim.·. and Sec.·. Vig.·. ; Grant the word in your

columns as I do it in the east in case any H. He/She wishes
to comment or contribute on the reading we just did.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>HH.·. The floor is given to my column in case anyone

H.·. Would like to comment or contribute on the reading we just did.

I grant the floor from my column in case any H.

Do you wish to comment or contribute about the reading we just did.

Note:

Once the interventions are over, we continue with the order of the
day.
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Salary (THIRD READING)

Note:

See the recommendations to consider for setting the salary

on the page ...

How long was the Temple under construction?

Seven years, during which it did not rain during the day, and the
Workers were not obstructed in their jobs.

What supports the Temple?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> One thousand four hundred and fifty-three columns and two thousand
nine hundred six pillars, all carved from the finest Parian marble.

V.·. M.·.>>Who else could bear it?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Three large columns or pillars.

What are they called?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Wisdom, Strength, and Beauty.

What do they represent?

The pillar of wisdom represents Solomon, King of

Israel, whose wisdom devised the powerful plan, the pillar of strength, Hiram,
King of Tyre, who strengthened Solomon in his great enterprise, the pillar of the
beauty, Hiram Abiff, the son of the widow, whose cunning and craftsmanship;
meticulously crafted, beautified and adorned the temple.

V.·. M.·.>>How many were employed in the construction of the Temple of

Salomon?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Three Great Masters, three thousand three hundred Masters or
supervisors of the work, eighty thousand companions and seventy thousand apprentices
entered.

V.·. M.·. >> How many constitute an apprentice lodge?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Seven.

Where do they usually meet?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> On the ground floor of the Temple of King Solomon.

V.·. M.·.>>How many constitute a lodge of Companions?

Prime.··. Vige.··. >> Five.

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V.·. M.·. >> Where do they usually meet?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> In the Chamber of the Middle of the Temple of King Solomon.

How many make up a Lodge of Masters?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> Three Master Masons.

Where do they usually meet?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> In the Sanctum Sanctorum or Holy of Holies of

Temple of King Solomon.

V.·. M.·.>>Does this degree have any emblem?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> We have several, and they are divided into two classes.

V.·. M.·.>>What are the first class ones?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >>The jar of incense, the hive, the Book of the
Constitutions guarded by the Sword of the temple guard, the sword
pointing at a naked heart, the All-Seeing Eye, the anchor and the Ark,
the forty-seventh problem of Euclid, the hourglass, the
scythe, and the Three Steps of a Master.

V.·. M.·.>>How do you explain them?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> go to the page ...

What are the emblems of the second class?

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> The Mallet, the Shovel, the Coffin, and a branch of Acacia, and it
they explain it like this:

Prim.·. Vig.·. >> go to the page ...

V.·. M.·.>>HH.·. Few freemasons have enough interest in freemasonry

to advance further, and therefore do not receive the word that had been
lost by the tragic death of Hiram Abiff. It is said that King Solomon
I substitute, instead of the lost one, the substitute word is the one that is
used in the Mastery of the masons, namely: M...-H...-B..., which is given in
the five points of fraternity. The lost word was found after
four hundred seventy years, and it was then, and continues to be, used in the
Degree of the Royal Arch.

End of reading

V.·.M.·.>>HH.·. Prim.·. and Sec.·. Vig.·. ; Grant the word in your

columns as I do in the east in case any H. Desire
comment or contribute about the reading we just did.
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Prim.·.Vig.·. >>HH.·. The floor is granted to my column in case anyone

H.·. Wishes to comment or contribute on the reading we just did.

Seg. Vig. >>HH. The floor is granted to my column in case any H.

Do you wish to comment or contribute on the reading we just did.

Note:

Once the interventions are finished, we continue with the agenda.

Ceremony of elevation to Master (Exaltation)

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Notes:

It is recommended to use appropriate music for the ceremony.

Regarding lighting; it is recommended that there is clarity, that is to say
una iluminación entre la oscuridad y la luz.
We assume that the Comp.·. has previously taken the exam and has
His salary increase has been approved, he is waiting in the waiting room.
The V.·.M.·., being aware of this fact, will say:

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Seg.·.Diac.·.; go to the anteroom and prepare the candidate in the

properly and when it is ready, it should be known by the signs
usual.

Notes:

The Prim.·. Diac.·. is placed to the right of the Prim.·. Vig.·. in the
West.
The Seg.·.Diac.·. makes the signs of the Master, the steps of the degree, and
greet the V.·.M.·. Before leaving the lodge.

In the Ante-Room:

Sec.·.Diac.·. >>H.·. XYZ, I must prepare it for this degree like all others.
They have been before you. Do you have any objections?

H.·. XYZ >> (responds).

Strip the candidate of all metals.

The knees and both arms must be uncovered,
leaving the legs and chest bare. A rope wraps around him.
Around his body three times, a bandage must be placed.
in the eyes with very little visibility and both feet must be
barefoot. See image
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He takes the candidate by the arm and leads him to the door.
from the lodge, and upon arriving there he knocks three times.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>V.·.M.·. (Making the sign of a Master), there is a

alarm inside the door of our Lodge.

Attend to the alarm, and determine the cause.

Notes:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. gives three knocks from inside the lodge.

They are answered from the outside by the G.·.T.·.E.·.
The Prim.·.Diac knocks on the door. Who opens the door and says:

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Who goes?

It is the H.·. XYZ, who has been regularly initiated as

Apprentice, passed to the degree of Companion, and now wishes to receive more light in
Freemasonry, when elevated to the sublime degree of Master Mason.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>(addressing the candidate.) H.·. XYZ, is it of your own

free will and agreement?

Candidate>>It is.

Prim. Diac. H.·. Seg.·.Diac.·., this is due and truly

prepared, is he worthy and well qualified?

Yes, it is.

>>Have you properly conducted the exam at the level

anterior?

The candidate has taken the exam appropriately.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Is it well endorsed?

Yes, it is.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Who is responsible for him?

Seg.·.Diac.·.>>AH.·..

Prim.·.Diac.·. What other right or benefit do you expect? to be

admitted?

For the benefit of a password.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>> Do you have the password?

He doesn't have it, but I have it for him.

Chief.·.Diac.·.>>Advance, and give me the password.

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The Deacon whispers the password into the ear of the Primus Deacon:
"Tubal ..."

The pass is correct. Wait patiently until it

Report to the V.·.M.·. of your request, and your response should be returned.

Notes:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. closes the door.

He goes to the center of the lodge and before the V.·.M.·. he sounds his staff three times.
times on the ground.
The V.·.M.·. responds with three knocks of the gavel.

Who goes?

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>It is H.·. XYZ, who has been regularly initiated as

Apprentice, promoted to the degree of Companion, and now wishes to receive more light in
Masonry, when raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason.

V.·.M.·.>>Is it of his own free will and agreement?

It is.

V.·.M.·.>>Is H.·. Prim.·.Diac.·., truly and properly prepared, is

worthy and well qualified?

It is.

V.·.M.·.>>Have you adequately completed the exam in the previous grade?

The Candidate has taken the exam properly.

Is it well endorsed?

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>It is.

Who is responsible for him?

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>A H.·..

V.·.M.·.>>What other right or benefit do you expect to be admitted with?

For the benefit of a password.

V.·.M.·.>> Do you have the pass word?

He doesn't have it, but I have it for him.

V.·.M.·.>>Advance, and give me the password.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Whispers in the ear of the V.·.M.·. the pass word:

Tubal ...

V.·.M.·.>>The password is correct. Let him in, in the name of the

Sir, and let it be received in the proper manner.
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Note:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. goes to the Altar, takes the compass, and withdraws to the
door, she opens it and says:

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Enter; in the name of the Lord, and you will be received in the
properly.

Notes:

The Sec. Diac. advances with the candidate,

When you have taken a few steps from the door (two or three)
steps) the Prim.·.Diac.·. prevents them by placing the tips of the compass,
one on each nipple of the candidate's chest.

Prim.·.Diac >> H.·.XYZ, upon entering this lodge for the first time, you were
received with one of the tips of a compass, pressing against your chest
left naked, which was explained to her. Upon entering for the second time the
temple, you were received with the angle of the square, which is also given to him
I explain. Now I receive you with both ends of the compass, which extends
from the left nipple to the right nipple, which shows you, that the
vital parts of man are found within the chest, so;
most relevant principles of our institution are among the
the tips of the compass; which are: friendship, morality, and brotherly love.

Notes:

The Second Deacon delivers the candidate to the Primary Deacon.

The Seg.·.Diac.·. takes his seat near the door, to the right of the
Vigilante in the West.
The Prim.·.Diac.·. leads three times around the lodge to the
candidate, finishing in the position of Sec.·.Surv.·. on the last lap.
The reading and the hammer blows must be synchronized.
While taking the three laps, the V.·.M.·. reads the following passage from
the Scripture:

First Round

Remember your creator in the days of your youth, before

come the bad days, and let the years come of which you say: I have none in
they happiness
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Hit the mallet when the candidate passes by.

in front of him.

Before the sun, the light, the moon, and the stars darken,
and the clouds return after the rain.

Give a mallet blow when the candidate passes by

in front of him.

When the guards of the house tremble, and they bend over
strong men, and the molars will cease because they have diminished, and we
those who look through the windows will obscure

V.·.M.·. >> Strike a mallet when the candidate passes by

in front of him.

Second Round

and the outer doors will close, due to the low noise of the
jaw; when will it rise to the voice of the bird, and all the daughters of song
will be brought down

Hit twice with a mallet when the candidate passes by

in front of him.

When they will also fear what is high, and there will be terrors
on the road; and the almond tree will bloom, and the locust will be a burden, and it
he will lose his appetite; because man goes to his eternal dwelling, and those who
they will lament in the streets

Prim.·.Vig.·.>> Strike twice with the mallet when the candidate passes
in front of him.

Before the silver chain breaks, and the bowl shatters

of gold,

V.M.>> Two mallet blows when the candidate passes by

in front of him.

Third Round

V.·.M.·.>>" and the pitcher breaks next to the fountain, and the wheel is broken
about the well
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Ring the bell three times when the candidate passes

in front of him.

V.·.M.·.>>” and the dust returns to the earth, as it was, and the spirit returns to
God, who gave it

Prim.·.Vig.·.>> Strike three times with the mallet when the candidate passes.
in front of him.

Vanity of vanities, said the preacher, all is vanity.

V.·.M.·.>> Give three blows with the mallet when the candidate passes by
in front of him.

Note:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. whispers the responses that the H.·. must give.
You must indicate the password to the ear.
The Prim.·.Diac.·. continues until reaching the Seg.·. Vig.·.; who says:

Next. Who's going?

Prim.·.Diac >> It is the H.·. XYZ, who has been regularly initiated as
Apprentice, advanced to the degree of Companion, and now wishes to receive more light in
Freemasonry, upon being elevated to the sublime degree of Master Mason.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>>(addressing the candidate.) H.·. XYZ, is it of your own free will

will and agreement?

Candidate>>It is.

Sec.·. Vig.·. >> H.·. XYZ, are you duly and truly prepared?
Are you worthy and qualified?

Candidate>>I am.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>>Have you properly completed the exam at the degree

anterior?

Candidate>>I have taken the exam properly.

Are you well supported?

Candidate>>I am.

Who is responsible for you?

Candidate>>A H.···

With what other right or benefit do you expect to be admitted?

Candidate>>For the benefit of a password.

Does it have the password?

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Candidate>>No. But my driver has it for me.

Next. Proceed, and give me the password.

Whisper in the ear of the Prim.·.Diac.·. the password:

Tubal ...

The pass is correct. Escort the candidate to the

Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Who goes?

Prim.·.Diac >> It is H.·. XYZ, who has been regularly initiated as

Apprentice, advanced to the degree of Companion, and now wishes to receive more light in
Masonry, upon being elevated to the sublime degree of Master Mason.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>(addressing the candidate.) H.·. XYZ, is it of your own free will

will and consent?

Candidate >> It is.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>H.·. XYZ.·. Are you duly and truly prepared,

Are you worthy and well qualified?

Candidate>>I am.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Have you properly completed the exam at the level

previous?

Candidate>>Yes, I have taken the exam properly.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Are you well supported?

Candidate>>I am.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Who answers for you?

Candidate>>A H.·..

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>What other right or benefit do you expect to be admitted with?

Candidate>>For the benefit of a password.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>> Do you have the password?

Candidate>>No; but my driver has it for me.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Advance, and give me the password.

Whisper the password in the ear of the Prim.·.Diac.:

Tubal ...

The pass is correct. Lead the candidate to the V.·.M.·.

in the East.
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V.·.M.·.>> Where do you come from and where are you traveling to?

Prim.·.Diac >> From the West, traveling towards the East.

V.·.M.·.>>Why have you left the West and are traveling east?

Prim.·.Diac >> In search of more light in Freemasonry.

V.·.M.·.>>Given that it is the object of your search, H.·. Prim.·.Diac.·. Are

my orders that the candidate be redirected until the Prim.·.Vig.·. In the
West, and teach him how to approach the East, the place of most light in the
Masonry, through three regular steps and its body upright in Vertical before the
altar.

Prim.·.Diac >>H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·., are the orders of the V.·. M.·., that
teach the candidate to approach the East, the place of the most light in the
Masonry, with three regular steps and the body upright in Vertical before
the altar.

Note:

The Prim.·.Vig.·. approaches the candidate, looking towards the East, and says:

Bro, take a full step with your left foot, and carry
the heel of the right foot to the hollow of his left foot, now take a step with
the right foot, and brings the heel of the left foot to the hollow of the right foot,
ahora da un paso con el pie izquierdo, y juntar los dos talones.

The candidate is according to your order, V.·.M.·., and to the

waiting for your orders.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. XYZ kneel on your bare knees, and place the

hands on the three great lights of masonry.
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V.·.M.·.>>H.·. XYZ, you are on your knees, for the third time, at the altar of the
Masonry, to take upon oneself the solemn oath of a Master
Mason, and I, as V.·.M.·. of this lodge, it's a pleasure, as on occasions
previous, inform you that there is nothing in this oath that can
interfere with the duty he owes to his God, his neighbor, his country, or to you
Same. Are you willing to take the oath?

I am.

You must repeat your name and say after me:

Yo, XYZ (V.·.M.·. gives three blows with his mallet, when all present
they are placed around the altar), of my own free will and agreement, in
presence of Almighty God, and this lodge erected to Him and dedicated to the
sacred saints John, hereby and henceforth, more solemn and
I sincerely promise and swear that I will always cover, hide, and never
reveal the secrets, the arts, the parts, the point or points, of the
Masonic Masters, to anyone, unless they are a true
brother of this degree, or in a regularly constituted Lodge of
Masonic Masters, neither to him nor to them, until by strict judgment, due
exam, and legal information, they have legal rights to it just like I do.

I also promise and swear that I will uphold and comply with all laws,
rules and regulations of the Mason Masters, and of the lodge from which I
may become a member going forward, so it will come to
my knowledge, and that I will always uphold and support the constitution,
the laws and decrees of the Grand Lodge on which the lodge relies.

Additionally, I will acknowledge and respect all due signs and duties.
that I have been given in a Lodge of Master Masons, or given by a
brother of that degree, within the length of myoga.

In addition, I will always help and assist the poor, the afflicted, the
Worthy Masonic Masters, their widows and orphans, knowing that what ...
they are, so their needs require it, and my capacity allows me to
allow, without prejudice to me and my family.
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Furthermore, I will keep the secrets of a worthy brother Master.

Mason, inviolably, when I am informed; remaining excluded the
murder and betrayal.

Furthermore, I am not going to a clandestine Masonic Lodge, nor to converse.

about the topic of Freemasonry with a Mason made in a lodge
clandestine, not one that has been expelled.

In addition, I am not going to deceive, do wrong, or defraud a lodge of

Masonic Masters, not even brother of this degree, knowingly, neither
to supplant him in any of his commendable enterprises, but I will give due and
Timely notification, so that you can protect yourself from all danger.

Furthermore, I am not going to have illegal sexual relations with the wife of
a Mason Master, his mother, sister or daughter, and if it is in my power;
prevent a brother from doing it

Additionally, I am not going to give the Grand Masonic word, or any other.
way or manner in which I am going to receive it.

"Además, que no voy a hacer el gran signo de socorro, excepto en caso del
more imminent danger, in a just and legal Lodge, or for the benefit of the
, and if I ever see it, or hear the words that it
I will accompany a deserving brother in need, I am going to help him, although
there is a greater chance of saving your life and losing mine.

All this and more solemnly, I sincerely promise and swear, with a
firm and constant resolution to carry it out, without any doubt,
neither mental reservation, nor secret evasion of the mind, being aware of a
pain no less than having my body cut in two, my entrails
burned to ashes, my ashes scattered to the four winds of
the heavens, so that there is no more memory of such vile, wicked and miserable
to be, in case at any time, knowingly, violated the obligation of a
Mason Master. So help me God and keep me steadfast in the due
compliance with it.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. XYZ, ahora debéis sellar vuestro obligación y juramento

with three kisses on the three great lights.

In your current state, what do you desire the most?

Candidate (helped by the host.) >> More light in Freemasonry.

Let him receive more light.

All the HH.·. make the sign of the Master's guard.

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Notes:

Prim.·.Diac.·. remove the bandage and the rope.

The V.·.M.·. strikes with his hammer, and all the brothers withdraw.
to their seats, leaving in the altar the V.·.M.·., The Prim.·.Diac.·., and
the candidate.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·.XYZ, upon receiving more light, perceive more than you have until now.
Pay attention to both tips of the compass that rise above the
squad, banner; to never lose sight of the truly virtuous.
masonic, which are friendship, morality, and brotherly love.

Note:

The V.·.M.·. steps back about three paces from the altar and says:

V.·.M.·.>>H.·.XYZ, you discover me approaching from the East, under the

steps and the signs of the degree of a Master Mason, and, as a sign of a
greater continuity of my fraternal love and favor, I present my hand to you
right, and with it the pass and touch of a Masonic Master.

Note:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. must whisper the answers to the H.·.XYZ.

Take the candidate by the 'real grip' of a Partner, and says:

Are you going to be out or from?

M.·.Juramentado >> From.

V.·.M.·.>>What and for what?

M.·.Juramentado >> From the 'royal touch' of a Companion to the pass of

a Mason Master.

V.·.M.·.>>Pass.

Prim.·.Diac.·. >>Here instructs the candidate to pass the thumb of the

second joint to the next space beyond, which is the second
space.
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V.·.M.·.>>(looking the M.·.Sworn in the eyes.) - What is that?

M.·.Juramentado >> The request for the password of a Master

Mason.

Are you going to give it to me?

M.·.Juramentado >>Tubal…25

V.·.M.·.>>(Raise the candidate) Stand up, and greet the Prim.·.Vig.·. and
Sowed. Vig. as sworn Master Mason.

Note:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. leads you to the Seg.·.Vig.·. in the South, and gives three
strikes on the ground with his staff, the Sec.·.Vig.·. responds for three
strikes with his hammer.

Sec.·.Vig.·.>>Who goes?

Prim.·.Diac.·. >>It is H.·. XYZ, a sworn Mason Master.

How will I know if it is?

M.·.Juramentado >>By the password of a Mason Master.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>>(offering his hand to the candidate.) Give me the touch.

Note: The candidate must bring the real touch of a colleague. See image

Are you going to be out or from?

M.·.Sworn >>Since.

Sec.·.Vig.·.>>What for and for what?

M.·.Jurat >> From the 'royal touch' of a Companion to the pass of a

Masonic Master.

25What does it denote? Mundane possession.. Historical Landmarks, vol. ii. pp. 204--5.
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Seg.·.Vig.·.>>Pass.

Prim.·.Diac.·. >>Here instructs the candidate to pass the thumb of the

second joint to the next space beyond, which is the second
space.

Sec.·.Vig.·.>>(looking at M.·.Sworn in the eyes.) - What is that?

M.·.Juramentado >> The request for the pass word of a Master

Mason.

M.·.Sworn >>Tubal…26

The touch and the word are correct; let it be guided to

Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West

Note:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. leads you to the Prim.·.Vig.·. in the West, and gives
three knocks on the ground with his staff, the Second Vigil responds with three
strikes with his hammer.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Who is going?

Prim.·.Diac.·. >>It is H.·. XYZ, a sworn Mason Master.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>¿Cómo sabré que lo es?

M.·. Juramentado >> By the pass word of a Mason Master.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>(offering his hand to the candidate.) Give me the touch.

Note: The candidate must give the real touch of a colleague.

26What does it denote? Mundane possession.. Historical Landmarks, vol. ii. pp. 204--5.
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Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Are you going to be out or from?

M.·.Juramentado >>From.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>What for and why?

M.·.Juramentado >> Since the 'royal touch' of a Companion to the pass of a

Mason Master.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Pass.

Prim.·.Diac.·. >>Here instructs the candidate to pass the thumb of the

second joint to the next space beyond, which is the second
space.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>(looking into the eyes of the M.·.Sworn.) - What is that?

M.·.Juramentado >> The request for the password from a Master

Mason.

M.·.Sworn >> Tubal...27

The touch and the word are correct; let it be conducted

up to the V.·.M.·. in the East.

Note:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. leads him to the V.·.M.·. in the East, and gives three
strikes on the ground with his rod, the V.·.M.·. responds with three strikes
with his/her maul.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Prim.·.Diac.·. , lead the candidate back to the Prim.·.Vig.·.

In the West, it is my orders to teach him how to use the Master’s apron.
Mason.

Primary.·.Diac.·. H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·., are the orders of the V.·.M.·. that

teach the candidate how to use a Master Mason's apron.

Note:

27What does it denote? Mundane possession.. Historical Landmarks, vol. ii. pp. 204--5.
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The Prim.·.Vig.·. approaches the candidate; puts on the apron.28of Master

Mason says:

The Master Masons wear the apron with the flap and the
corners down that designate him as Master Mason, and grants him the
quality of the construction site supervisor.

Your order has been fulfilled.

Note:

The Prim.·. Diac.·. takes the candidate back to the V.·.M.·. in the
This.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·.XYZ, it is necessary for you to know the work tools

of a Mason Master. The working tools of a Mason Master
they are all the implements of Freemasonry belonging to the three
first grades indiscriminately, but more especially the
trowel or spatula.

Note:

Here he shows you the palette.

The trowel or spatula is an instrument used by operative masons.

to spread the cement that unites a building in a common mass, but
we, as free and accepted masons, are taught to make use of
she with a more noble and glorious purpose; that of spreading the cement of
love and fraternal affection, this cement unites us in a sacred group, or
in a society of brothers, among whom no organization
it can exist forever, but this noble tool holds us for
work together.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Prim.·. Diac.·. , bring the H.·. back to the place from where he came, and
that all his belongings be returned to him. Additionally, that he wait
outside.

Notes:

The Prim.·. Diac.·. leads the H.·.XYZ before the altar which he
indicate that he/she exits ritualistically, greeting the V.·.M.·., namely:

28A white apron

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The Prim.·.Diac.·. must strictly ensure that the H.·.XYZ does not
I found out about the second part.
The V.·.M.·. calls the workers of the work to rest for a few
15 minutes to arrange the temple in the second reception, of
the following way:

How to call the workers from work to rest

The venerable whispers in the ear of the first deacon:

V.·.M.·. >>Es mi voluntad y deseo que esta logia sea llamada del trabajo
to rest.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Moves to the Prim.·.Vig.·. and whispers the words

from the V.·.M.·. in the ear; the Prim.·.Vig.·. whispers to the Seg.·.Diac.·. at his side
law and he takes it to the Second Vigil, who likewise declares aloud
high

It is the will of our V.M. that this lodge be called

from work to rest.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>>HH.·. Ddiac.·. fulfill your duties.

Note:

Prim.·.Diac.·. Turn off the three minor lights, and disassemble the three
great lights.

Raise your column

Prim.·.Vig.·.>> Lower yours.

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Note:

The care of the lodge is in the hands of the second warden while
the lodge is on break.

Arrange the temple for the second reception

There must be a tarp with handles on the sides; its size

It must be sufficiently large so that it can fit in it.
The H.··; Must be hidden so that the H.·· does not notice it.
The Ara and the three great Lights must be removed.
When the candidate is fully dressed, the door opens.
He opens abruptly, and is allowed to enter the lodge. Now the
HH.·. approach him, and congratulate him on his Masonic appearance,
asking how he feels, etc, etc.
The jewel of the Prim.·.Vig.·. is placed on H.·.XYZ.
The purpose of this is to deceive the candidate, and instill in them
lie about the idea that there is nothing beyond the ceremony, and
that its elevation has ended.

How to call the workers from rest to work

The venerable whispers in the ear of the first deacon:

It is my will and desire that this lodge be called of the

break from work.

Prim.·.Diac.·.>>moves to Prim.·.Vig.·. and whispers the words

of the venerable Master in the ear; the Prim.·.Vig.·. Whispers to the Seg.·.Diac.·. to
on his right side and this takes him to the Sec. Vigil. Similarly, he who declares
out loud

Seg.·.Vig.·. >> (Standing up) It is the will and desire of our

V.M. May this lodge be called from rest to work for greater
pleasure and benefit.

Abate on your column

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Raise yours.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Prim.·.Vig.·. Do you have any observations to propose?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Making the sign of a Master Mason.) I do not have

none, Venerable Master.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Seg.·.Vig.·. Do you have any observations to propose?

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Sec.·.Vis.·.>>(Making the sign of a Master Mason). None, W.·.M.·.

V.·.M.·.>> Does any H.·. of this lodge have any observations that
to propose?

Since no H. has anything to propose; let's go to

close29los trabajos. Pero, antes de hacerlo, ¿Está presente, el H.·. XYZ?

Sec. Vig. >> It is V.M..

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Prim.·. Diac.·. Accompany the H.·. XYZ to the East.

Notes:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. takes H.·.XYZ before the seat of the V.·.M.·. in the
This.
After the candidate is led to the East, in front of the V.·.M.·.
the Prim.·.Diac.·. takes position behind the candidate, with a bandage,
hidden in the pocket.

V.·.M.·.>>(looking at the candidate with a very serious face) - Brother XYZ,

I suppose that now you are considered a Master Mason, and, as such, you have
right to all the privileges of a Mason Master, right?

Yes

I suppose that the jewel you wear is the jewel of the Prim.·.Vig.·.

V.·.M.·.>>(In an intimidating and solemn voice says) Brother XYZ, I believe

that you are not a Mason Master, nor do I know if you will ever be until you do not
you have successfully endured the incredible and dangerous trials that
they await you.

With an intimidating and more solemn voice, he says: The Watchers and the
brothers of this lodge require a more satisfactory proof of their
fidelity and their trust, before they are willing to trust you
the most valuable secrets of this degree.

You must embark on a journey along a rough and dangerous path, beset by
thieves, and murderers, and in case of losing their life in the attempt, it will not be
the first time someone dies.

You must remember in whom you place your trust, with divine certainty you will
I say (in a solemn voice): that 'he who perseveres to the end, he will be'

29
It is important to highlight here, in relation to the matter of the lodge closure and asking the
Vigilantes if you have any proposal to make, before finishing, that is to deceive the
candidate, since the V.·.M.·. has no intention of closing until it has been concluded the
initiation ceremony.
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"Until now you have had someone who prays for you, but now
You have no one. You must pray for yourself.

Therefore, he is going to suffer again, (In an intimidating and more solemn voice)
Dice) kneel in the place where you are, and pray aloud or in silence.
silence, whatever you want. When you are done: you will get up and
you will begin your journey.

Notes:

The Prim.·.Diac.·. ties a blindfold and ensures that not

I cannot see anything.

After the candidate has said Amen. The lighting of

the lodge must be clear, representing the light of the Sun in its most
high meridian.
A H.·. previously designated by the V.·.M.·. places near the
It is on the canvas for when it is needed. Additionally, it
place the coffin and the acacia in the center of the lodge. It must
to be done with utmost care and without hindering the ceremony.
The Prim.·.Diac.·. takes the candidate by the right arm, it
help him to get up, and both stay in the East at the
wait for the V.·.M.·. to indicate to advance in the direction of the Sun
starting from the East.
Upon starting, the V.·.M.·. (or whom he designates)30to the reading of
next story:

Notes:

Read with a slow and solemn voice while the candidate gives
three laps accompanied by the Prim.·.Diac.·. around the lodge.

Reader >>H.·., it was a customary practice of our Grand Master Hiram

Abiff, upon entering the unfinished 'Sanctum Sanctorum or Holy of Holies
Santos", del Templo del Rey Salomón, cada día a las doce31high, when
the workers were called from work to rest, in order to leave their
duties at the easel to continue your work and offer your devotions
to the Deity. Retreating to the South door of the temple's outer courtyard, and,
compliance with the custom of our Grand Master, whose memory
we all worship so reverently, (with a slow, deceptive voice and
solemnly) you must go to the South door of the temple.

30The reading of the account should be done solemnly and with a voice appropriate for the ceremony; whoever
the speaker must seek to create an impact effect on the H.·. XYZ and the visitors through rhythm and voice; it must
create enough egregore about it.
31
The York Rite Masons have only the terms 'high twelve' and 'low twelve' to designate
certain Masonic timings, which are; noon and midnight, and are related to the hours
of work and of rest, it seems that they have been preserved, by a tradition, that is to say, that the Freemasons
they start working at six in the morning, they are called to a soda at twelve high; call of
new at one o'clock after twelve high and continue their work until 'under six' or at night.
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Prim.·.Diac.·.>>Take the candidate and slowly lead him to the

Seg.·.Vig.·.

Seg.·.Vig.·. >>

Note:

(As the H.·.XYZ approaches) With silent steps he leaves his place, and
confronts H.·. XYZ, grabbing him by the collar in a brusque manner,
and at the same time speaking in a solemn and intimidating voice:

Sec.·.Vig.·.>>(Jubela, The First Ruffian) Grand Master Hiram, I am glad

to find it alone. I have been searching for this opportunity for a long time.
You will remember that he promised us that when the temple was finished,
we would receive the secrets of a Masonic Master, through which
we could travel abroad, for work, and receive the salary of a
Master.

Here! That the temple is now about to be finished, and we have not
obtained what we have been looking for for so long. At first, I had no doubt about their
truthfulness, but now I do it! (Shakes the candidate by
the shoulders with both hands) Therefore, I now demand from you the
secrets of a Mason Master!

Brother, this is a way

it is unusual to ask about them. It is neither the time nor the right place,
I will fulfill my commitment to you, and I will also be true to mine. Wait until
let the Temple be finished, and then, if you are worthy and well-qualified, without
doubts, you will receive the secrets of a Masonic Master, but until then, no
you will be able to obtain them.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) This (shaking

suddenly to H.·. XYZ )does not satisfy me! It is neither the place nor the time
to speak!, give me the secrets of a Mason Master,(with voice
I will take your life!
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Reader >> (answers for the candidate.) I cannot, nor can they be
data, except in the presence of Solomon, king of Israel, Hiram, king of
I shoot, and I.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) That doesn't satisfy me.

(Shake the H.·.XYZ more strongly.) Give me the Master's word, or
I am going to take your life at this moment!

Reader >> (responds for the candidate.) I won’t do it!

Seg.·.Vig.·.>> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) With the right hand, he gives
a blow to the throat with a roll of paper rolled into a cylindrical shape.

Notes:

At the moment he hits, he lets go and silently retreats.

The Prim.·. Vig.·. leaves his place with silent steps and waits for the
H.·.XYZ.
The Prim.·.Diac.·. quickly advances the candidate towards the
Prim.·.Vig.·. pushing the candidate directly about the
Prim.·.Vig.·.
The Prim.·.Vig.·. in a similar manner to the Seg.·.Vig.·. takes the H.·.XYZ
in a brusque manner by the collar, and saying in a manner
intimidatory

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo .Second Ruffian. ) Give me the secrets of a

Mason Master.

Reader >> (responds for the candidate.) I can't.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo Second Ruffian.) (Shaking the

Candidate.) Give me the secrets of a Mason Master!

Reader >> (responds for the candidate.) I will not do it.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) Give me the word of the

Master, I'm going to take your life at this moment! (Give to H.·. XYZ a
sudden shake.
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Reader >> (responds for the candidate.) I don't want to!

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) With the right hand, he gives
a blow to the right chest with a rolled-up piece of paper in shape
cylindrical.

Notas:

At the moment he hits, he releases it and quietly steps away.

The V.·.M.·. leaves his place with silent steps and waits for the
H.·.XYZ at the foot of the East.
The Prim.·.Diac.·. quickly advances the candidate towards the
V.·.M.·. throwing it to the candidate directly about the V.·.M.·.
A group of HH.·. designated by the V.·.M.·. in a manner
silent, they grab the canvas and place themselves behind the H.·. XYZ.
The V.·.M.·. similarly to the Prim.·.Vig.·. takes the H.·.XYZ from
a sudden way by the lapels with both hands, and saying
in a threatening manner:

V.·.M.·.>> ([Link] Ruffian.) Give me the secrets of a Master

Mason!

Reader >> (responds for the candidate.) I can't!

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Rufián.) Give me the secrets of a Master

Mason, I'm going to take your life!

Reader >> (responds for the candidate.) I will not do it!

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubilation. Third Ruffian.) You have (Takes the candidate with
more strength, and shakes it hard) escaped from "Jubela" and "Jubelo";
and you will not be able to escape from me, my name is "Jubelum!" What I say, I
I do. I have in my hand an instrument of death, so you give me the
word of the Master, or I will take your life at this moment!

Reader >> (responds on behalf of the candidate.) I don't want to!

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Ruffian) Then dies!

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With his right hand, he gives a

strike to the forehead with the mallet and pushes him strongly backwards.

Notes:

The candidate must remain unharmed and scared. The candidate should not be
must intentionally injure in any degree of Masonry,
the aim is only to create impressions of lasting nature that is all
what is intended with the ceremonies.
The H.H. who are behind the H. XYZ must be attentive to
that the candidate falls onto the canvas and hold it tightly. Must
to be displaced while on the tarp one or two meters; to create
the effect of floating or levitating.
The candidate must be covered with the tarp on the ground.
When the H.·.XYZ is on the ground, the following dialogue occurs
entre los rufianes:

This part of the dialogue should be done with a voice of confusion.

V.·.M.·.>>(Jubelum. Third Ruffian) Is he dead?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>(Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) It is, his skull is broken.

What horrible action is this that

What have we done?

V.·.M.·.>>(Jubelum. Third Ruffian) We have murdered our Great

Master, Hiram Abiff, and we have not obtained what we were looking for: No
It's time for reflection, come on! The question is, what are we going to do?
with the body?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) Let's hide it among the

temple debris, until it is twelve lows, and then we
we will gather and give him a decent burial.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>>(Jubela, The First Ruffian) Alright!

End of the Dialogue

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Notes:

El cuerpo del H.·.XYZ es colocado en la esquina Noreste de la logia.

The lighting of the temple must be dim. It must represent the
midnight.
No noise or murmur should be made.
After a few minutes of a deathly silence, the V.·.M.·. giving a few
silent steps to the candidate's head and with a triangle or
a bell strikes twelve times.
As the last sound of the twelve chimes arrives, the two
vigilantes (ruffians) cautiously approach the body, and talk
between themselves, as follows:

Sec.·.Vig.·.>> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) Are you, Jubelo?

Respuesta - Sí.

(Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) Are you, Jubelum?

Answer - Yes.

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Ruffian) Are you, Jubela?

Answer - Yes.

Well, here we are according to

The agreement: the question is, what are we going to do with the body? There are more
from midnight, and if we do not act decisively, the light of day will be upon us
we are going to be discovered and captured. We are going to carry the body
west of the temple to the top of the hill, west of Mount Moriah,
where I have dug a grave, six feet deep, from East to West.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >>(Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) Agreed!

Notes:

A sufficient number of brothers lift the body.

wrapped in the canvas or the tarpaulin), and, lifting it up over its
shoulders.
They will proceed to make a circuit around the temple, in
representation of climbing a hill
After finishing the lap, they will stop at the western end of the lodge.
and they will advance until the coffin and place with great care the
H.·.XYZ.·.
one of the ruffians says:
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V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Ruffian) Let's plant an Acacia in the

tomb header, in order to hide it; so that the place is
known only to us if the occasion requires it.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) Now we are going to escape.

outside the country.

Notes:

A H.·. Appointed by the V.·.M.·. will be near the door.

The ruffians head to the door, the next dialogue.
it occurs

Hi, friend! Are you a captain?

by boat?

Captain>>I am.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) Are you going to sail?

coming soon?

Captain >> I am about to depart.

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Ruffian) Where are you going?

Captain >>To Ethiopia.

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Rufián) To the same port that we want

The three of us would like to take the trip with you.

Captain>>Very well, you must have a ticket. I suppose you are siblings,
temple workers, and traveling, right?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) We are.

Captain >>We will have pleasant company. Do you have a pass from the king?
Solomon, I suppose?

Seg.·.Vig.·.>> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) (In a surprised voice) - No,

we don't have a pass, we didn't know it was necessary. They sent us to
in a hurry and for an urgent matter, no one told us anything about a pass;
We assume that they have forgotten it, or did not consider it necessary.

Captain>>What! Don't you have a pass? If that's the case, you can't.
Travel with me, I assure you. It is strictly prohibited.

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Rufián) We are going to return and achieve a

go ahead, if that is the case.

Captain >> The sooner the better, suspicious characters!

Note:
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The ruffians are they return near the body, when the next
the conversation takes place:

So. Vigil. >> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) What are we going to do?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) We are going to another port.

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubilation. Third Ruffian) But the rules are strict both
in this port as in other ports.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) If such are the norms, what
What is going to be of us?

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.)We will be captured, and

sentenced to death.

Let's hide until night

and steal a small boat, so we can sail.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) We cannot prepare our

escape in that way. It is a dangerous coast, and if they realize it, the sea is
fill with our pursuers.

Prime.·.Vig.·. >> (Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) Then let us flee towards the
interior of the country, and avoid being captured for as long as possible.

V.·.M.·.>> (Jubelum. Third Ruffian) Alright!

Notes:

Now they are leaving in different directions.

For a few seconds, the lodge remains quiet.
And at the signal of the V.·.M.·. for a few seconds, the brothers
jump, nothing, sing, etc., and saying.

Various HH.·. >>There is no work for today. Workers, we are having

Good moments, I wonder if it will last.

Note:

After a few minutes, they are called to order by the sound of the mallet.
of the V.·.M.·. in the East, who asks aloud of the following
way

V.·.M.·.>> (like King Solomon.) H.·. Second Grand Warden, what

What does all this confusion among the workers mean? Why are they not in the
work, as usual?
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(As the second great guardian) Very Respectable King

Salomon, there is no work outlined for us, and it is said; that perhaps not.
we can have none. There are no designs drawn on the easel, and for
For this reason, many of us are doing nothing.

V.·.M.·.>> (like King Solomon.) Is there no distributed work, none

design drawn on the easel? What does this mean? Where
Where is our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff?

(As the second great watchman) We don't know, Very

Respected King Solomon. You have not been seen since twelve high yesterday.

V.·.M.·.>> (Como rey Salomón.) No se le ha visto desde las doce altas

from yesterday! I'm afraid he is unwell. It's my orders that it be done.
strict search for him in all corners of the Temple. That he
find it, if possible.

Note:

The brothers begin to consult with each other out loud: Do you know
something about our Great Master Hiram Abiff? No, I don't know anything since
yesterday, etc, etc.

(As Second Grand Vigilant) Very Respectable King

Salomon, intense searches have been conducted and we have not been able to.
to find. He has not been seen in the temple or in the surroundings.

V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) I fear that some accident has happened to him.
occurred. Brother Grand Secretary (addressing the Secretariat of the
You will call the workers and review the list of the workers of the
construction; you will inform me as soon as possible.

Sec.·.>> (As Grand Secretary). Workers! These are the orders of the King
Salomon, let's take attendance of the workers and inform him as soon as possible.
possible.

Notes:

The brothers gather around the secretary as in a class.

in the school.
The Secretary begins to call out a bunch of names from the Bible,
to which each brother replies 'Here!' loudly, until
call the ruffians.

Sec.·.>> (As Grand Secretary) "Jubela! (pause) Jubela! (pause)

Jubela!

Note:

After calling a few more names, which are

answered by the brothers, he says:
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Sec.·.>> (As Grand Secretary) "Jubelo! (pause) Jubelo! (pause)

Jubelo!

Note:

After calling a few more names, which are

answered by the brothers, says:

Sec.·.>> (As Grand Secretary) "Jubelum! (pause)" Jubilation!

(pause) Jubelum!

Notas:

A group of M.M. is heading to the door.

El Secr.·. informa de la siguiente manera al Rey Salomón:

Secretary: (As Grand Secretary) Most Respectable King Solomon, we have

The roll call has been taken and it appears that three fellow workers are missing, namely, Jubela,
Jubelo and Jubelum, which, due to the similarity of their names, I assume are
brothers, and men of Tyre.

(As Second Grand Vigilant) Very Respected King

Solomon, at the door are twelve fellow workers who wish to be
admitted: they say they come with important news.

(As King Solomon.) Let them be admitted.

Notes:

They advance before the V.·.M.·., in the East, making the sign of the
mate, the penalty sign and the steps

Next, an H.·. designated (it may be the one who acted as

the reader will say, in a clear voice:

H.·.>>( as Comp.·.) "Very Respectable King Solomon, we come to

to inform you that fifteen of us, fellow workers, upon seeing the Temple at
point of finishing, and eager to obtain the secrets of a Master
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Mason, through whom we could travel abroad and receive the salary of a
Master, we committed a horrible conspiracy to extort and take away the
life if it were necessary to our Great Master, Hiram Abiff, but upon seeing the
horror of the atrocity of the crime, twelve of us retract, and others
three persisted in the plan to murder him, and we fear that they have carried out
the plan to assassinate the Grand Master has failed. Therefore, we now appear.
before Your Majesty, dressed in white aprons, in proof of our
innocence, and recognizing our premeditated guilt, humbly
we implore your forgiveness.

Note:

Everyone kneels.

Levantaros, you must divide into groups of three and travel.

three to the East, three to the North, three to the South and three to the West - with others that I am going to

name, in search of the ruffians.

Notes:

The brother who has acted as the captain of the boat now takes his
placed at the door again, when the colleagues come close to him
the West.
Three companions in office are appointed by the V.·.M.·. for the
next dialogue with the captain:

First Comp.·.>> Hello, friend! Have you seen anything strange happen?

Captain>>Yes, three suspicious men

First Comp.·.>> Can you describe them, please.

Captain>>There were three men, temple workers, in search of a passage

to Ethiopia, but, not having the pass of Solomon, they were unable to
get the ticket, and they returned again.

According to Comp.·.>> They are the companions we are looking for. Do you say
Did they come back?

Captain>>Yes.

Third Comp. We are going to get them, they are the companions who
we want. We are going to inform.

Note:

Marching with strong steps they head towards the V.·.M.·. and it
inform in the following way:

First Comp.·.>> Most Respectable King Solomon, we are the group that
he followed the West course, and descending near the port of Joppa, we found a
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a seafarer, to whom we asked if he had seen anything strange happen, he

he informed us that he had encountered three men who seemed
temple workers, in search of a passage to Ethiopia, but for not having the
Solomon's pass, they were unable to obtain a passage, and they gave themselves the
return.

V.·.M.·.>> (As King Solomon.) Divide yourselves, as before, to find

the rogues, and with firm declaration I tell you, that if you do not find them, the
Twelve will be considered the murderers and you will suffer for the crime committed.

Note:

As they take a turn around the temple, saying to each other:

This is very unfair of the King. We are told,

if we find the ruffians we will be punished and condemned to
death, probably. What have we done? We have been associated with these
three scoundrels, but we have not committed any real crime

Note:

As they have approached the H.·. XYZ (which is still in the

ground, wrapped in the canvas), when the Second Comp. sits down
near his head, and at the same time says:

Well, brothers, I am very tired, I have to

sit down and rest before I can go any further.

Third Comp.·. I'm tired too!

candidate.

Here we are like three poor devils, we will be

Sentenced to death, what course do we take, Northwest or Southwest?

According to Comp.·.>> "We are going to head Southwest, and see if we find
to our brothers.

Note:

As he tries to get up, the Second Comp.·. exclaims:

Second Comp.·.>> "What is this?" (at the same time lifting the
acacia branch that is at the head of the grave32What
Does this mean that this Acacia comes off so easily? It seems to be...

32
The system of Freemasonry, as it is practiced in different countries and at different times, does not
it is uniform on this topic, and I feel so little freedom to present evidence on such a point.
delicate, I'm afraid it will be impossible to clarify in front of the brothers. One system says fifteen.
companions went in search; another, twelve, and asserts that the three (murderers) abandoned the branch of
acacia, others claim that they retracted and put the acacia there as a mark. Some say that
Many days were spent searching, and the lost body was found near the beach.
while others say it was discovered near Jerusalem. The York masons on the coast; the
Americans, Mount Moriah, the French, Monet Lebanon. In one version, the brothers disperse.
widely, to the east, west, and south, etc., etc. Historical Landmarks, vol. ii. p. 148.
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sido recientemente removida, ¿Esto tiene el aspecto de una tumba?", La

Acacia points to something on the ground.

Thus. Vigilant. >> (Jubela, The First Ruffian) (In a voice of lamentation)
Oh, that my throat be cut clean, my tongue torn from its
roots, and buried in the coarse sands of the sea, at low tide, where the
the tide rises and falls twice in twenty-four hours before I have
was an accomplice in the death of a man as good as our Great
Master, Hiram Abiff.

According to Comp.·.>> "It's the voice of Jubela." (In a voice of surprise)

(Jubelo. Second Ruffian.) (In a voice of lamentation)

Oh, that my chest be torn, my heart ripped out, and be placed
on the highest peak of the Temple, to be devoured by the vultures of
air, before I have given my consent to the death of a
a man as good as our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff.

First Comp.·.>>"It is the voice of Jubelo."(With a voice of surprise)

(Jubelum. Third Ruffian) (With a voice of lamentation)

Oh, may my body be cut in two, my entrails torn out and
burned to ashes, the ashes scattered to the four winds of the
heavens, what a vile and wicked memory of a miserable person like me! Jubela,
Jubelo, it was me who hit him harder than you: I dealt the fatal blow,
what killed him.

Third Comp. >> "It is the voice of Jubelum." (With a voice of surprise)

First Comp.·.>>What are we going to do? There are three of them, and there are only three of us.

According to Comp.·.>> Our cause is just, let's hurry and catch them
.Notas:

A loud noise is made in the lodge, chairs are moved, things are thrown.
things; for a few minutes.
The V.·.M.·. makes a signal and the noise ceases.

According to Comp.·.>> "Most Respectable King Solomon, we are the group that
continued the course to the West, and, upon our return, after several days of
fruitless search, I sat on top of a hill to rest, and,
Upon waking up, I accidentally came across a branch of Acacia.33,
that easily detached from the ground, excited by my suspicions
it awakened my curiosity, I examined, and it seemed to us that we found a tomb.

Most Respectable King Solomon, while

we were resting, we heard the following horrible exclamations from

33
According to Jewish law, those who were not allowed burial within the city walls, and how
it was illegal for the Cohen or priests to walk over a grave, it became necessary to place
marks where a corpse had been buried, so that they could avoid it. To do this, the
ACACIA - Lexicon.
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the adjacent rocks, the first was the voice of Jubela exclaiming:! 'Oh what
my throat has been cut out completely, my tongue torn from its roots, and
buried in the rough sands of the sea, at low tide, where the tide
rises and falls twice in twenty-four hours for having been an accomplice of the
death of a man as good as our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff.
The second was Jubelo, exclaiming: 'Oh, that my chest be torn, my
heart torn out and placed at the highest point of the Temple, to be
devoured by the vultures of the air, for having consented to the death of a
a man as good as our Great Master, Hiram Abiff. The third was
the voice was that of Jubelum, exclaiming34in a louder voice than the rest: ! 'It was me
who dealt the fatal blow, it was I who killed him Oh that my body be
cut in two, my entrails torn out, burned to ashes, the ashes
scattered to the four winds of the heavens, that there be no more memory of me
for a being so vile, wicked and miserable like me Ah Jubela, Jubelo I was
what hit him harder than both, it was me who dealt the fatal blow,
It was I who killed him.

Then, we rushed upon them, and now they are before Your Majesty.

Note:

A H.·. must be appointed in this dialogue to make the

functions of Jubelum

V.·.M.·.>>(As King Solomon.) Jubela, you are accused as an accomplice of

the death of our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff. What did he decide, guilty or
innocent?

Guilty, my lord. (With a voice of regret)

(Like King Solomon.) Jubelo, you also stand out as

accomplice in the death of our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff. What did,
guilty or innocent?

Chief.·.Vig.·.>>Culpable, my lord. (In a voice of regret)

34
Brother Goodacre, from Witham Lodge, Lincoln, suggests that the various sanctions that have been
Introduced into Freemasonry seem to be related to a certain type of pact that was common.
among the Hebrews. but adds, Making a covenant was a solemn union for the fulfillment of
a mutual promise, through external ceremonies of cutting a beast in two, and delivering the
parts of them "(Jeremiah xxxiv .. 18); as if they were to say - so let it be done to him, and so he let it be done
his body be cut in two, if this covenant is broken, this reference to Jeremiah, where the prophet
denounces the Lord's curse upon the princes and rulers who had broken the covenant they had made
made with King Zedekiah, can explain the self-imposed penalty of J ------ (Jubelum) " . But we have
to look a little more at the way of making a pact, in order to discover the connection of the
different sanctions that are referenced throughout the ceremony. After it has been selected
an animal, and its throat was cut cleanly with a single blow, in order to sever the trachea, the
arteries, the veins and, without touching any bones. The ceremony of tearing the chest open and they will rip out my
heart, and if there were the slightest imperfection, the body would be considered impure. The animal was divided into
two parts, and it is placed to the north and south, and the parts in the agreement could pass between them, from east to
oeste, . El otro ejemplo de este pacto es en Génesis xv -. Historical Landmarks, vol. ii. p. 178.
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V.·.M.·.>> (As King Solomon.) Jubelum, you are accused as a murderer.

intentional of our Great Master Hiram Abiff. What decided, guilty or
innocent?

H.·. Designated >>Guilty, my lord. (With a voice of remorse)

(Like King Solomon.) - vile, unfortunate and villains

despicable! you reflect the horror of the atrocity of our crime
kind and respectable Grand Master, whom you have so vilely murdered.
Raise your heads, and you will hear your sentence. It is my order that
these murderers be taken to the outside of the court gates, and
they are executed. Brother Second Grand Warden, carry out my orders.

V.·.M.·.>>(In a strong voice) Out! vile, wretched, and villainous

despicable!

Everyone makes noise with their feet, simulating a march. Some

seconds.

Notes:

Three screams can be simulated, to simulate the death of each one.

of the villains.
Recorded sounds that express death can be used.
three villains.

Prim.·.Vig.·. >> (As Second Grand Warden) Most Respectable King

Salomon, your orders have been properly carried out with the three.
murderers of Grand Master, Hiram Abiff.35

(As King Solomon.) You, the twelve companions will go

in search of the body, and, if you find it, you will observe if the word is there
Master, either a key to it, or anything related to the Master,
around him.

Note:

A group of three H.H. approaches (representing the twelve

repentant conspirators) go near the place where the H.·. XYZ
, and when they arrive at him, one says:

"Well, brothers, can we find the Acacia?"

Al acercarse al candidato, otro responde:

Yes, this is the place, we are going to remove the debris and dig.
here.

35JOHN OBIOND DAKEYNE comments in his book The Freemason's Treasury published in 1984 that the
real names (if there is anything real in the whole operation, which is more than doubtful), were Gravelot,
Quibo and AKIROP. In a form of the degree of the chosen ones of the fifteen, who take on the names of Protean.
Jubela-KURMAVIL (another corruption of Cromwell), Jubelo-Gravelot and Jubelum-AKIROP -. The Freemason's
Treasury, pp. 305-6.; 1984
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A third person, lifting the fabric, says:

Yes, here is the body of our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff,

in a shattered and putrid state. Let's go and inform.

But what were our orders?

We were instructed to observe if the word of the Master was present, or

a key of it, or anything belonging to the Master, anything
something that falls under the Master's responsibility,

But, brothers, we are just companions, and we don't know anything.

from the word of the Master, or some hint of it, however,
let's examine the corpse.

Note:

They begin to search the corpse for anything; finally,

one of the brothers, taking hold of the jewel that is attached to the
yoke over the candidate's neck, exclaims:

This is the jewel of his position.

Let's go and comment that we didn't find anything in o

around the body except for the jewel of his office.

Notes:

Remove the jewelry from the candidate's neck.

Los tres se van al Este hasta el V.·.M.·. e informan

We have news from the body. Very respectable King Solomon

(As King Solomon.) Where is it located?

Road to the West, where one of our tired brothers

They sat down to rest and cool off.

V.·.M.·.>> (As King Solomon.) Was the word of the

Master, or a key of it, or anything belonging to the
Master, in or around him? 36

Comp.·. 2>> Most Honorable King Solomon, we are nothing more than
companions, for we know nothing of the Master's word or of the
Masters. We found nothing about the body except for the jewel of
his body, from which we infer was his corpse.

Note:

36The reason the brothers seek their Master with such diligence was to receive from him the
secret word of Masonry, which must be delivered under a trial by the fraternity for centuries
after. Historical Landmarks, vol. ii. p. 175.
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Deliver the Master's jewel to the Most Respectable King Solomon.

(V.·.M.·.), who, in the examination of the same, says:

V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.)(In a Voice of Sadness) "This is the

jewel of our Great Master, Hiram Abiff, there can be no more
doubt about the identity of the body.

(As King Solomon.) You twelve Companions must go.

to help lift the body.

V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) Turning in his seat towards the

Treasurer's desk, says to the Treasurer:

(Like King Solomon.) My worthy brother from Tyre, like the

the word of the Master has been lost, the first sign will be given in the tomb, and
the first word, after the body is lifted, these are
they will adopt for the regulation of all the Master lodges, until
future generations may have the right to them.

Okay.

Notas:

Everyone forms a circle around the body.

The V.M. and the Watchmen near the head.
The V.M. makes the sign of the 'Horror' of a Master Mason, followed
by the HH.·. that is done by raising the hands and arms for
over the head. They say:
Lord, my God, I fear that the Master's word is
loses forever!

V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) (Addressing the Sec.·.Vig.·. ) H.·.

Take the body with the grip of the Apprentice, and see if it can be lifted.

Notes

The Seg.·.Vig.·. takes the hand of the corpse with the grip of the
apprentice.
Let his hand slip in a careless manner.
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Very Respectable King Solomon, due to the high state of

putrefaction, which must have been dead for more than fifteen days, the skin
it tears, and the body cannot be lifted.

V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) (Making the sign of horror.)

Sir, my God, I fear that the Master's word is lost for
always!

(Like King Solomon.) My worthy brother from Tyre, I

I would appreciate it if you could try to lift the body by the grip of the Companion.

Notes:

The Prim.·.Vig.·. takes the right hand of the corpse, giving the grip.
real of a colleague
Let the hand slide quickly.

Most Worshipful King Solomon, due to the high state of

putrefaction, the flesh detaches from the bones, and the body cannot
to raise.

V.·.M.·.>>(Like King Solomon.) Oh Lord, my God!

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V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) Oh Lord, my God!

V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) Oh Lord, my God! Is there not

hope for the widow's son?

V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) Turning towards the First Vigilante,

My worthy brother from Tyre, what shall we do?

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>Let us pray.

Note:

The brothers are now all kneeling around the body in a

knee. The V.·.M.·. kneels at the head of the candidate and,
taking off his hat, he says
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V.·.M.·.>> (Like King Solomon.) You, Oh God! know when we

we sit and rise, and you understand from afar, our thoughts.
Protect us and defend us from the harmful intentions of our enemies,
and support our weakness in the afflictions and trials that may come to us
destined, as we travel through this valley of tears. The man born
of a woman, lives a few days, and full of work. It blooms like a flower,
and it breaks; or he escapes like a shadow, and never perseveres. Seeing
that their days are numbered, the number of their months is with you, you have
marked its terms, that he cannot cross; move away from him so that
may rest until his day comes. Because, there is hope in it
tree that was cut down, from which it will sprout again, and that its tender shoot will not
it will stop growing; but man dies, and does not sprout anymore; yes; man
delivery "his spirit, and where is it? Like the waters are lost in the
sea, and the wave falls and dries up, thus the man lies down and will not rise again.
until the heavens are no more. Meanwhile, Oh Lord! have mercy on the
children of your creation, comfort them in the time of work, and save them with
an eternal salvation. Amen.

So be it.

Note:

All the Masons stand up.

V.·.M.·.>> (As King Solomon.) My worthy brother from Tyre, I will do everything
possible (with his help) to lift the body by the strong grip or the leg
of the lion, of the tribe of Judah.
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Notes:

The V.M. takes the H. XYZ with the lion's paw grip and pulls it towards
forward.
The HH.·. help from behind to get up.
While the V.·.M.·. places his right foot against the right foot of the
H.·. XYZ
Then the V.·.M.·. places his right knee with the knee of H.·. XYZ.
Immediately place your left breast against the left breast of the H.
XYZ.
Pass the left arm over the right shoulder of the H.
XYZ.
And in this position37starting from the right ear of H.·. XYZ it gives the
great word in three times. MAH-H…-B…
The primate takes off the bandage.

V.·.M.·.>>"H.·. XYZ, you have received the great Masonic word, and you
I remember that you have solemnly sworn never to give it in any other way.
the way you have received it, and this must be given with the five points
of the companion, and then in a low voice.

The five points of fellowship are - Right foot with right foot,
Right knee with right knee, left chest against Chest
left, the hand on the shoulder, and cheek to cheek or mouth to ear.

37
It is in this position that the word must be given and in no other way can it be. Regarding the
lost word and its substitute, some say that King Solomon advised the change, while others
They claim that the three companions adopted the replaced word without consulting him. And Dalcho observes that
the interpolated word is not found in any language that has ever been used. In fact, it is not
a word, but simply a mix of letters, forming a meaningless sound.
Freemason's Treasury, p. 301.
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First Point: "Foot with foot - I will never hesitate to come to your aid and serve you.
worthy brother.

Second Point: "Knee to Knee - Always remember the well-being of a

brother, just like his own, in all my prayers to God.

3rd Point: Chest with Chest – Guard your secrets jealously

like my own except for murder and betrayal.

4th Point: Arm over shoulder – I will defend your honor as much in the
absence as in your presence.

5th Point: Cheek to Cheek or Mouth to Ear – I will warn you and whisper a
good advice in your ear and, in the kindest way, I will remind you of your
errors, and help him/her to correct them, giving the proper and timely notice, to
that you can protect yourself from an imminent danger

Notes:

All the brothers take their seats.

The V.M. returns to its place in the East.
The H.·.XYZ is placed in front of the V.·.M.·.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. XYZ, you will receive a historical explanation of this degree.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·.XYZ, the second section of this degree is an example of the

virtue, strength, and integrity rarely matched, in the history of a
man.

You have had a performance tonight of one of the greatest.

men, and perhaps the greatest Mason the world has ever known, namely.
Our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, who was murdered shortly before the
completion of the Temple of King Solomon.

His death was premeditated by fifteen companions, who, upon seeing the
Temple about to finish, and eager to obtain the secrets of a
Mason Master, for they could travel abroad and receive the
salaries of a Teacher, entered into a horrible conspiracy to
to extort our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, and take his life, but, the
horror of the atrocity of the crime, twelve of them retracted and the others
three persisted in their criminal plans.

Our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, was killed at high twelve.38It was his
custom at that time, while the workers were being called from the
work at rest, enter the unfinished "Sanctum Sanctorum or Holy
of the Saints" of the temple, to offer their worship to God, and draw
their designs on the easel.

38At noon in other rites.

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The three companions who persisted in the plan to extract his secrets from him.
a Mason master, knowing of their custom, they stood to the South, to the West
and to the East of the doors of the inner courtyards of the temple, and there they waited
his return.

Our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, having finished his usual

prayers to God, he tried to leave through the South door, when he was approached
by Jubela, who demanded from him three times the secrets of a Mason Master, or
the word of the Master, and, for which he refused, giving him a blow to the
neck, for which he fled and tried to leave through the West door, where he was
approached by Jubelo, who likewise demanded from him the secrets of a
Master Mason, or the word of the Master, and, failing in the attempt, gave him a
blow with the square to his chest, for which Our Great Master, Hiram
Abiff fled and tried to escape through the Eastern door, where he was
approached by Jubelum, who, in the same way, demanded three times the
secrets of a Mason Master, or the word of the Master, and seeing the
negative from the Master, he gave a violent blow with a mallet to the forehead,
that brought him down dead on the spot.

The ruffians buried the body in the rubble of the Temple until the
twelve lows or twelve at night, when they gathered by mutual agreement and it
they took it to a western path of the temple, at the top of a hill to
West of Mount Moriah, where they buried in a grave dug towards the
This and the West, two meters high and above the head they planted an acacia,
in order to hide it, and for the place to be recognized, yes, the occasion
would demand it.

The next day the absence of Our Great Master, Hiram Abiff, and his
absence was discovered due to the lack of any design drawn on the
easel.

King Solomon, believing that Our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff was
unwell, ordered a strict search and to carry out a proper
investigation throughout the Temple, so they could find it, if
it was possible. However, no one had seen it or knew anything.

Then, fearing that something had happened to him, the king ordered to pass the
list of the workers, and it happened that there were three missing, namely:
Jubela, Jubelo, and Jubelum, who, based on the similarity of their names, ...
they are supposed to be brothers and men of Tyre.

It happened that twelve companions retracted their plans to assassinate the

Master, and they presented themselves before King Solomon, dressed in aprons.
whites, as proof of their innocence, and of the acknowledgment of their guilt
premeditated, and, on their knees, they implored his forgiveness.

King Solomon ordered them to be divided into groups and to travel three to the East.
and three to the West, three to the North, and three to the South, in search of the scoundrels.
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The three who went to the West, descending near the port of Joppa, they
They met with a man of the sea, to which they asked him if he had seen
something strange happened, I inform you that I had met three men,
Judging by their appearance, they were temple workers, and they were
looking for a ticket to Ethiopia, but not having Solomon's pass, they are not
allowed to obtain the ticket, and they returned again to the interior of the country.

The three who went to the West returned and informed King Solomon, who
he ordered them to travel as before, and it was his order that they find the
ruffians and if they didn't do so, the twelves are then considered the
murderers, and they will suffer severely for the crime committed.

Viajaron como antes, y después de quince días de viaje cansado y

frustrated, one of the brothers, being more tired than the rest,
they sat on the top of a hill, to the West of Mount Moriah, to
rest and refresh, and when trying to get up, he grabbed an Acacia, which
it easily came off, and drew his attention to what seemed to be a
tomb.

While they were there before their discovery, and while they were
resting and refreshing themselves, they heard the following horrible exclamations
among the adjacent rocks.

The first was the voice of Jubela, exclaiming:

Oh, my throat will be cut out completely.

The second was the voice of Jubelo, exclaiming:

Oh, my chest will be torn apart

The third was the voice of Jubelum, exclaiming:

Oh, if my body were to be cut in two

They rushed to capture and tie them up, they took them
before King Solomon, who, after due conviction of his
guilt, ordered that they be taken to the outskirts of the gates of the
atriums of the temple, and executed in accordance with the various imprecations that
they committed against their own heads.

King Solomon ordered the twelve companions to go in search of the body, and, if
they would find it, observe, if the Master's word was there, or a
key to it, or anything belonging to the Master, inside or
around him.

The body of our Grand Master, Hiram Abiff, was found in a

field to the west of the temple, where our tired brothers sat
to rest and refresh.

Upon removing the earth, they reached the body of our Great Master, Hiram Abiff.
that was in a high state of putrefaction, and in a condition
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mutilated and destroyed, after having been buried for fifteen

days: the emanations that emerged from the body they forced them to place
involuntarily the hands like this (the V.·.M.·. here places his hands in the shape
of the master's sign, which refers to the way in which they are placed
hands when he took the oath of a Mason Master), to protect his
noses, but nothing was found in or about the body except the jewel of
in charge of it, by which his body was easily discovered.

King Solomon ordered them to go help lift the body, and they
agreement between him and Hiram, king of Tyre, that as the word of the Master is
had lost, the first sigh uttered in the grave, and the first
word pronounced after the body has been raised, it should be used
as the word of all the Master Lodges, until the generations
futures may find the lost secrets.

Standing in front of the tomb, King Solomon ordered one of the Officers
companions take the body by the grip of an Apprentice, and see if it could
to get up, but due to its high state of decomposition, it could not be
lifted - the meat separates from the bone.

King Solomon then ordered to take hold of the Companion, but

for the reason given above, the meat separates from the bone, the grip of the
Companion could not lift the body.

King Solomon then exclaimed:

Lord, my God, I fear that the word of the Master is lost to

Always! My brother from Tyre, what shall we do? Let us pray.

After the prayer, King Solomon took the body by the grip of a
Mason Master, or lion's paw, and lift it by the five points of the
fraternity, which we have explained previously. The body was taken
then to the temple for a more dignified burial, and he was buried in the due
form.

The body of our Great Master was buried three times: first, in the
temple debris, secondly, at the top of a hill to the West
from Mount Moriah, and, thirdly and finally, the closest to the
Sanctum Sanctorum or Holy of Holies, of the Temple of King Solomon,
since Jewish law permitted it, and Masonic tradition tells us that it was
erected in his memory a Masonic monument, which consists of " a
beautiful virgin, crying over a broken column, that was in front of her
an open book; in his right hand a branch of Acacia, at the
to the left a ballot box; behind it is time counting
the curls of her hair.
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The beautiful virgin who weeps over the broken column indicates the state
unfinished Temple, in the same way the premature death of our
Grand Master, Hiram Abif, the open book in front of her indicates that her
virtues are recorded in eternity, the acacia twig in hand
right, the divinity of the body, the urn to the left, which holds its ashes
were deposited in it securely, within the framework of the 'Sanctum
Sanctuary or Holy of Holies, of the Temple of King Solomon. The Time,
unfurling the curls of her hair, denotes that time, patience and the
Perseverance achieves all things.

V.·.M.·.>>H.·. Prim.·. Diac.·. Conduct the H.·. XYZ to the West and that
H.·. Prim.·, Vig.·. explains to the new M.·.M.·. the various touches and signs of
this degree.

Prim.·.Vig.·.>>

Sign of the Master

The sign of a Master refers to the position of the hands when taking the
oath of a Mason Master, both hands resting on the Holy
Bible, the square and the compass.
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Criminal sign of the Master

The sign of a Master Mason refers to the penalty of the obligation of a

Mason Master. When making this sign, the right hand (thumb) is underneath.
from the stomach and from left to right it passes under the stomach, to
continuation, return the hand to the left side of the stomach.

Touch of the pass a Master

It refers to the request for the password of a Masonic Master.

The strong grip of a Master Mason

It alludes to the lion's paw or grip of the tribe of Judah.

Seg.·.Vig.·.>>H.·. XYX; now I will draw your attention to the three gran
pillars of Freemasonry and says, pointing to these pillars:

These pillars are called the three great pillars of Freemasonry, and
design Wisdom, Strength, and Beauty.
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The pillar of Wisdom represents Solomon, king of Israel, who devised the
powerful wisdom of construction, the pillar of strength, Hiram, king of
Tiro, who strengthened Solomon in his great undertaking, the pillar of beauty,
Hiram Abiff, the son of the widow, whose cunning and diligence shaped, decorated and
I adorn the temple.

La construcción de este gran edificio contó con dos circunstancias notables.

From Josephus we learn that they were occupied for seven years in the
construction of the temple, however, during all this time, it did not rain
during the day, and the workers were able to work without obstructions in their
labor, and from sacred history we are told that there was not even the sound
of the hammer, nor axes, nor any other iron tool, in the temple
while it was being built. This famous construction was supported
for one thousand four hundred and fifty
three columns, and two thousand
nine hundred six pillars; all
crafted with the finest marble from
Paros.

They were employees in the

construction of work three
Great Masters, three thousand
three hundred Masters o
supervisors of the work, eighty
my companions, or stonecutters in the
mountains and in the quarries, And
seventy thousandapprentices, o
load carriers, all of these
they were, classified and arranged
in such a way, by the wisdom of
Solomon, that neither envy, nor the
discord, nor the confusion caused.
the interruption and universal peace and
tranquility dominated the world during that important period.

V.M.

H.·. XYZ, seven constitute a Lodge of Apprentices. and are located in the
ground floor of the Temple of King Solomon.

Five constitutes a Lodge of Companions. Generally, they meet in the

chamber in the middle of the Temple of King Solomon.

Three constitute a Lodge of Master Masons. They gather in the Sanctum.

Sanctum or Holy of Holies of the Temple of King Solomon.
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The three steps

Generally drawn in the picture of

Master's lodge, are emblematic of the
three main stages of human life, to
saber:. Juventud, Madurez , y la Vejez. En
the youth, of Apprentices, we must
diligently occupy our mind in the
acquisition of useful knowledge, and in the
Maturity, as Companions, we must
apply our knowledge for the performance of our respective
duties towards the G.·.A.·.D.·.U.·., to our neighbor and to ourselves,
so that in old age, as Master Masons, we can enjoy
the happy reflections as a consequence of a well-lived life, and die
in the hope of a glorious immortality.

The jar of incense

It is a symbol of a pure heart, which is

always willing to make an acceptable sacrifice to the
Deity, and as this shines with scorching heat, so
our hearts shine continuously with
gratitude to the great and benevolent author of our
existence, for the multiple blessings and
comforts that we enjoy.

THE BEEHIVE

It is a symbol of work, and it recommends the

practice of virtue towards all created beings,
from the highest seraph in heaven to the
smallest reptile of the dust. It teaches us that,
as rational and intelligent beings of the
World, we must always be the industrious,
and never feel satisfied, while
our peers are in need, and
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it is in our power to free them, without inconvenience to ourselves.

When we study nature, we see man, in his childhood, a

gross creation defenseless and destitute, for days, months, and years, is
totally unable to provide for himself, protection
against the attack of the wild beasts of the forest, or to take shelter for oneself
same before the inclement weather.

The Creator of heaven and earth could have made man as a being
independent of all other beings, but, as dependency is one
from the strongest ties of society, men were created
depending on each other for their protection and security, and thus they obtain
better opportunity to fulfill the duties of friendship and mutual love.

Thus man was created for social and active life, being the most part
noble of the work of the G.·.A.·.D.·.U.·., thus he must behave in such a way that
add something to the common pool of knowledge and intelligence, in order not to be
the drone of the hive of society, and unworthy of our protection
like Masons.

THE BOOK OF CONSTITUTIONS, CUSTODIED BY THE SWORD

FROM THE TEMPLE GUARD.

It reminds us that we must always be vigilant.

our thoughts, words, and actions, about
whenever we are before the enemies of the
freemasonry, always keeping in mind the virtues
Masonic: Truth, Silence, and Prudence.

THE SWORD POINTING AT A NAKED HEART

Shows that sooner or later justice will come to us

will reach, and even though our thoughts,
words and actions may be hidden from the
men's eyes.

Prim.·.Vig.·.

THE ALL-SEEING EYE

The "ALL-SEEING EYE" to

who the Sun, the Moon and the
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stars obey, and under whose watchful care the comets perform their
stupendous revolution, scrutinizes even the most hidden points of the heart
humane, and rewards us according to our merits.

THE ANCHOR AND THE ARK

They are emblems of a good hope

founded and a life well spent.
They represent that Divine Ark, which
it surely takes us through the
stormy sea of difficulties, and the
Anchor that will surely anchor us in
a port of peace, where the wicked will cease to create difficulties, and the
The tired will find rest.

THE FORTY-SEVENTH PROBLEM OF EUCLID

This was our friend's favorite problem and

brother the Great Pythagoras, who in his travels to
through Asia, Africa and Europe, was initiated in
different initiatory orders, and elevated to the sublime
Master Mason degree. This wise philosopher
enriched his intelligence with knowledge
general of things and especially in Geometry and
Freemasonry.

On this topic, he outlined several problems and theorems, and among the most
notables, be it, that in the joy of his heart, he called "EUREKA" that
means in Greek 'I found it'. This point teaches Freemasons to be
lovers of the Arts and Sciences and better understand the mysteries of the
nature and the immutable rules of universal harmony.

THE SAND TIMER

It is an emblem of Human life. Behold how softly it passes the

arena and that our lives are quickly heading towards their end. We cannot
to contemplate without amazement the small particles that are contained in
this device y how they pass almost
imperceptibly, and yet, for our
surprise, in the short span of an hour all have
past. Thus the Man! Today is born in him the
tender leaves of hope; tomorrow it blooms and
it proudly displays its flowers; then, it lives the
frost; and when you think that your greatness still
It exists, falling like those of autumn, to enrich Mother Earth.
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THE SCYTHE

It is the emblem of time that cuts the sharp thread of the

life and it makes us descend into eternity.
Behold the devastation it causes to humanity
the scythe of time.

If we manage to escape the numerous evils of the

childhood and youth, and we arrived with health and life
In middle age, it is no less true that we will be
scythed by the scythe of time and transported
to the earth like our parents were, before
than we.

Now I draw your attention to the third and final class of

emblems, those that are as sacred as any other part of the degree
What you have received are the Mallet, the Shovel, the Coffin, and the Acacia Branch.

The Mace is emblematic of that with which our great was assassinated
Master Hiram Abiff.

The shovel; that which was used to dig his grave, reminding us that one day
a similar instrument will open ours.

The coffin, the one that holds his remains.

Design our latest place of
rest in that eternal dwelling and
silent, house of peace, where the
the wicked cease to disturb, and the
they are tired at rest.

These are important symbols and the

which can provide material for a serious one
contemplation of a reflective spirit.

But when we think of the Acacia Branch, found in bloom at

The head of the pit, we remember that within us we carry something.
immortal who survives the grave, and in that way we never, never die.
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Regarding the end of life; when the cold winter of death has
past, and the bright Summer morning of resurrection appears, the Sun
from Justice, will descend and send his angels to gather and rescue
the dead, then, if we are found worthy, for the benefit of their
step
where the Supreme Architect of the Universe presides, where we will see the King
in the beauty of holiness, and with it, we enter into a never-ending eternity.

V.·.M.·.>>Give three blows of the mallet.

HH.·.>>(Everyone stand up and with the sign of loyalty).

OBLIGATION

Brother, your zeal for the institution, the progress you have made in
Your mysteries and your adherence to our regulations have marked you out.
as worthy of our favor and appreciation. You are bound by duty, the
honor and gratitude, to be faithful to the trust that is placed in you, to
maintain your dignity and the strength of your character at all times, and
to uphold by decree and by example, obedience to the principles of
our Order.

An exemplary behavior on your part will convince the world that the
merit is the best title for our privileges, and that you have received
these merits. In your capacity as a Mason Master, you are
authorized to correct the errors and irregularities of your brothers
misinformed and prejudiced against a breach of the duty of fidelity.

To preserve the immaculate reputation of our Fraternity must be your

constant care, and for this purpose it is your duty to recommend to your
inferiors obedience and submission, to your equals, courtesy and amiability, and
to your superiors, kindness and condescension.

You must always instill Universal benevolence, and by the regularity of

your behavior, you will always set an example for the behavior of others.
Finally, brother, I sincerely congratulate you, I must tell you that your
honor and reputation are committed to sustaining with dignity, the
respectable character that you have acquired.

Do not let any reason separate you from your duty, make you violate
your votes, or betray the trust that has been placed in you. Be always
truthful and faithful, and imitate the example of the famous artist to whom this night
you have represented, thus making you worthy of the honor conferred upon you, and
meriting the trust that is placed in you, take your place in
this lodge as Master Mason.

End of the Ceremony.

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Master's Degree Certificate

Clothing: Dark suit, white shirt, dark tie, and apron.

white. The medal of the lodge and that of the Royal Arch in case he had it.

Master's Tool

They are the same as the two degrees.

previously indiscriminately, but more
especially the Crane or palette.

Age: 7 years and older

Sign of the Master Sign of the master

Word of the degree: M ..-H..-B..

Real grip of a Master

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The Five Points:

The march of
Master:

Criminal sign Distress Signal

Loggia frame.
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Notes