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Symbolism of the Entered Apprentice Degree. The Lodge System of Masonic Education The Grand Lodge of Georgia F. & A. M. An Interpretation of the Ritual. The Masonic Lodge room is represented as a symbol of the world. The Ritual.
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Symbolism of the Entered Apprentice Degree The Lodge System of Masonic Education The Grand Lodge of Georgia F. & A. M.
An Interpretation of the Ritual The Masonic Lodge room is represented as a symbol of the world.
The Ritual The West Gate where the candidate enters represents his birth.
When the candidate salutes he signifies his The Ritual obedience to the Lodge officers.
When he follows his guide and fears no danger, he The Ritual expresses his trust in and loyalty to the fraternity.
He takes his first steps into a new life, leaving the darkness of the profane world for the light of Freemasonry. The Ritual
The Hoodwink The Cable Tow The Lodge The Entrance The Reception Circumambulation Symbols of the First Degree
The East The Altar The Obligation The Great Lights The Lesser Lights Symbols
The Word & Grip The Apron The Northeast Corner The Working Tools The Worshipful Master Symbols
The Hoodwink represents the darkness of the uninitiated man. Hoodwink & Cable Tow The Cable Tow symbolizes the external restraints by which a man is controlled.
The Ceremony of Entrance signifies birth and entry into Masonry. Entering the Lodge The Reception symbolizes the penalty for violations of the obligations.
This Rite represents the progressive journey of Masonic life and the search for light. Circumambulation
The East is a symbol of the source of light. The East & the Altar The Altar is a symbol of the worship of God.
The Obligation signifies the nature and place of obligation in human life. The Obligation
The Holy Bible The Square The Compass The Great Lights
The Sun The Moon The Worshipful Master The Lesser Lights
The Word & Grip are our means of recognition. Word, Grip, & Apron The Apron is the emblem of purity and blamelessness.
Halfway between a place of darkness and the source of light. The Northeast Corner
A symbol and executive officer of the Lodge. The Worshipful Master