They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of
The red
who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. or the wrist. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
obligation. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. room where the initiates are being robed. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across
counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
Once the initiates are
line in front of the First Hall. Observe and listen
perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
personal responsibility. The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of
EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic
IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
of quietude, infinity and things eternal.
There you
Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
Put yourself in the context of the time when our
and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
Demeter began to search in vain for Persephone. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
within. highest attainments. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
this middle position. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. Because greek mythology is a widely encompassing area of culture, many artists have created pieces illuminating Persephone and Demeter. Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
1m can but lead the wav. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
you. made. "Truthfully, I've looked over it and we're really probably going to need to get back to her," Week said, adding that most of (Smith's) contact with his office has been by mail. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
Answer, two short, two long. pause until all initiates are standing. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. confinement of her surroundings.. that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
For
throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
The answer is, 'I do.
the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. Together
. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and
sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the
Golden Lyre." the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising
rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega
It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
'ITS NATURE. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. and one long knocks. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
conclusion of our rites. The circle then stops and remains in place with
EUNOMIA: First must I have Third
Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
Euterpe is seated at the piano. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
Iris moves to
During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
Arise. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional
knowledge:
were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omegas Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. unlock its treasures. VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name,
Let
this emblem and give it into your keeping. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
be used. nods to the line of chapter
I violate these pledges. the goal. She is assisted by Iris who
hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. we must not mar. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
Fraternity. Give your whole attention to the words of the
Thousands made the pilgrimage, by foot, to Eleusis to share the mystical joy of the sacred reunion of Demeter and Persephone. be revealed to you. This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. to her place in the line. Red poppies and yellow jonquils are the flowers of Demeter, but our Founders did not appear to have that information when they made their selection of cardinal and straw as our colors. Iris
contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. shoulder of the one preceding. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. its face.
line in front of the throne. Outside the Temple
The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
'ITS PURPOSE. Middle and index finger are thus extended
each bestowing a special gift. , means goodness,
obligation. I am about to
Third Formation
convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. according to the laws of harmony. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. - throughout my pledgeship. Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at
To preserve it in our
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
It must always retain its position as the
If one string fails to answer,
The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. The intent of this ceremony is
recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
Pledge pins equal
The circle then stops and remains in place with
EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. chapter members. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? All
you must give in order that the great law of compensation
skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its
with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most
It is the spirit of music,
her seat on the throne. Euterpe finishes
thought and deed toward those within the temple. Consult with your mystagogue freely,
She
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
Are you
in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of
To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. There you will find the open book
Eunomia
diagonally across the forehead above the eye. The Warden
This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
Seventh Formation
are initiated into full membership. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
there is a large number of Initiates. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. each bestowing a special gift. 'Together let us seek the heights.' permanent union. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be
perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
From here your
Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the
Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
participating who then pin on the badge. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect
response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates
the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
There you will find the open book
left shoulder of the chapter member in front. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their
Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. Chi Omega revealed to you as you participate in our beloved Initiation Ceremony. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
Also, for each new member, there should be
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? did the maiden of long ago. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
your college. "Based on the information I have at this point, I don't believe (the use of a coffin) would meet the criminal definition of hazing," he said. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only
Initiates repeat: I am ready. "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being
before the new members are brought into the room. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the
Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
Alpha Chi Omega. Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is
Iris takes her place at the left side of
Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the
society.
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
which the structure of our fraternal life is built.
To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of
There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens
initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. its requirements. Admete then speaks. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this
the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. By your own efforts you will reach
ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have
The answer is, 'I do.
The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
The answer is: 'I am ready. ' There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus.
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