Duncan's Masonic Ritual and Monitor - Rose Croix

Principal Sojourner--Three worthy brothers, who have been initiated, passed, and raised
to the sublime Degree of Master Masons, advanced to the honorary Degree of Mark
Master, presided as Master in the chair, and, at the completion and dedication of the
Temple, were received and acknowledged Most Excellent Masters; and now wish for
further light in Masonry, by being exalted to the august sublime Degree of the Holy
Royal Arch.
Captain (to candidates.)--Is it of your own free-will and accord you make this request?
First Candidate (prompted.)--It is.
Captain (to Principal Sojourner.)--Are they duly and truly prepared?
Principal Sojourner--They are.
Captain--Have they made suitable proficiency in the preceding Degrees?
Principal Sojourner--They have.
Captain--By what further right or benefit do they expect to gain admission to this Chapter
of Royal Arch Masons?
Principal Sojourner--By the benefit of a pass.
Captain--Have they that pass?
Principal Sojourner--They have it not; but I have it for them.
Captain--Advance and give it.
Principal Sojourner whispers in his ear the word RABBONI.
Captain--The word is right; you will wait a time, until the Most Excellent High Priest be
informed of their request, and his answer returned.
The Captain of the Host closes the door, and returns to his Place in the Chapter, gives the
alarm, which is answered by the High Priest, who asks the same questions, and receives
the same answers from the Captain of the Host, as were asked and given at the door.
High Priest--Since this is the case, you will let them enter this Chapter of Royal Arch
Masons, and be received under a giving Arch.
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The Captain of the Host goes to the door, opens it, and says;