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The Secret Rituals of the O.T.O.
Prefatory Note
PART TWO
The Rituals Themselves
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SECOND DEGREE31
This is the last of the O.T.O. degrees based on the symbolism of Saladin and the Oasis. Beyond the
second degree symbolism is, apart from its Thelemic elements, based on that of Freemasonry.
Second Degree
OPENING
The Oasis is open in the First Degree. The C. has been given the Pass Word. The tent, etc., of S. have
been moved to the centre facing West. The water of the Well is reduced to a small depth. S. crosses his
hands, right over left; W. and E. take them between theirs.
S.: A.
W.: U.
E.: M.
All: AUM.
S.: (Rises.) Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law.
W.: (Rises.) Love is the law.
E.: (Rises.) Love under will.
S.: Fellow-soldiers, assist me. What is the first duty of a Magician?
W.: Most Mysterious Master, to guard the Camp.
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