Duncan's Ritual of Freemasonry.pdf - FatimaMovement

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After the word is thus given, the High Priest
inquires if the word is right.
Each squad replies that it is right.
The officers and companions resume their seats.
The High Priest raps three times with his gavel,
the King repeats it, as also the Scribes; this is
done three times (• • • • • • • • •).
High Priest (rising.)--I now declare this Chapter
of Royal Arch Masons opened in due and ancient
form; and I hereby forbid all improper conduct
whereby the peace and harmony of this Chapter
may be disturbed, under no less penalties than the
by-laws, or a majority of the Chapter, may see fit
to inflict.
High Priest (to Captain of the Host.)--Companion
Captain, please to inform the Guard that the
Chapter is open.
The Captain proceeds on this duty, while the
Secretary reads the minutes of the last meeting.
Should there be any candidates to be balloted for,
this is the first business in order. If one or more
candidates are waiting without, the Principal
Sojourner goes to the preparation-room to get
them ready. If there are not three of them, a
companion or companions volunteer to make the