Order of eastern star oes clothing, merchandise, tshirts. While nonsectarian and nondenominational the organization does not permit atheists among its ranks. This password used in eastern star rituals is an offshoot of phrases found in the song of. Oct 04, 2019 my sister, the eastern star is closely related to the masonic fraternity. Order of the easter star pin officer jewel crossed swords. Instruction, organization, government and ceremonies of order of the eastern star, queen of the south, administrative degree macoy, robert isbn 10. Master masons in good standing in a masonic lodge, and their wives. Order of the eastern star masonic cotton canvas tote.
Macoy publishing has masonic rings, masonic aprons, masonic books plus order of eastern star fez, sashes, and scottish rite items and shrine fez. Jun 22, 2018 hour has arrived for us to resume our labors. Full text of ritual of the order of the eastern star internet archive. To be made an eastern star is as serious as anything you have ever undertaken in your life. Initiation ceremony of the order of the eastern star. Adoptive rite ritual of chapters of the order of the. How to become a member of the order of the eastern star. Instruction, organization, government and ceremonies of order of the eastern star, queen of the south, administrative degree by macoy, robert. He was a prominent freemason, and was instrumental in the founding of the order of the eastern star and the order of the amaranth. It is founded upon the holy scriptures, and its symbols, teachings and precepts, are all found within the pages of the bible. The officers should carefully change the words, adapting them to the initiation of a lady or gentleman, or ladies and gentlemen, as circumstances require. Star and five women characters from the bible as key ritual features as the initiate.
The oes was founded in 1868 as a womens auxiliary for the lodge. The order is a system of self help, leading the individual up to high and holy ideals of living. The voting sign of the order is the uplifted right hand. The order is based on teachings from the bible, but is open to people of all religious beliefs. Ritual of the order of the eastern star internet archive. A tribute to robert macoy 51 page booklet download. Manual of the order of the eastern star by robert macoy. A general history of the order of the eastern star 400 bad request. This organization shall be known as the order of the eastern star. What was the name of the 1st secret society imitating masonry.
In 1865, robert macoy of new york, using the rosary of the eastern star as a basis, together with various rituals and other publications of morris, and with the latters aid, issued a manual of the order of the eastern star, styling himself, national grand secre. Masonic manual a pocket companion for the initiated. The following exposures of masonic ritual are provided in a cooperative effort between exmasons for jesus and ephesians 5. Do you voluntarily present yourself because you want to be an eastern star. Rob morris had conceived the idea of it, had written rituals, had filled it with his inspiration, but was a failure at the work of organization. Order of the easter star pin officer jewel crossed quills. The eastern star the evolution from a rite to an order by.
They adhere to a philosophy of service based on faith and biblical teachings, if not religion. The real origins of the eastern star like most secret societies are shrouded in great mystery. A manual of the order of the eastern star hardcover published. The ritual is our primary source for instruction and is not superseded by the. The order of the eastern star has a tangled history. Hence, it cannot be said that they were actually orders of the eastern star, regardless of the ritual derivation. Like its brother freemasonry, the order of the eastern star is open to people of all faiths. Next to freemasonry itself, our ministry is most questioned about the order of the eastern star oes, the star as it is fondly called. Click on document the secret work of the order of the eastern star unknown. You have heard the words of our teachings, obligation and laws. Ritual the reverent attitude is assumed by all officers and members during the altar service. The order of the eastern star is a masonic appendant body open to both men and women. I, therefore, invite you to preside during the ceremonies. Manual of the order of the eastern star 1866 robert macoy.
The time having arrived for initiation and it being probable that candidates are in waiting, if robes are used, the officers. Here the wives, daughters, mothers, widows and sisters of masons, may become colaborers with the great brotherhood in the service of humanity. Es90 auto emblem oes 5color star your choice of rituals. Adoptive rite ritual of chapters of the order of the eastern star macoy, robert on. The above interpretation more properly belongs in a succeeding chapter, but there has been so much. Adoptive rite ritual 1998 revised edition, with sy073. Two copies of the book are being provided to each chapter for your use. Full text of ritual of the order of the eastern star. Even though a manual of the order of the eastern star was published by robert macoy in 1865, the order had not yet been formed. Committees formed at that time created the ritual of the order of the eastern. Oes colorado publications colorado oes library a m. Order of the eastern star chapter meeting handbag, white, large 4. See endnote 8 set is the evil egyptian god their equivalent of a devil. It was established in 1850 by lawyer and educator rob morris, a noted freemason, but was only adopted and approved as an appendant body of the masonic fraternity in 1873.
Exmasons for jesus is a fellowship organization of men and women who have left the masonic lodge and appendant bodies, such as the order of the eastern star, jobs daughters, the order of rainbow for girls. These instructions were adopted at the 56 th annual session of the grand chapter of north carolina, order of the eastern star, held in raleigh, june 1961, and as amended thereafter through grand chapter 20. Rob morris, a master mason, eastern star is based upon the biblical principles of heroism, moral values and charitable works. The secret work of the order of the eastern star unknown. If you are a proud member of this longstanding organization, show your oes pride with oes apparel, school supplies, and other merchandise from our onestop online. To open our chapter in a manner becoming the solemnity of the work and to secure the best results, i require your attention and assistance. New ritual of the order of the eastern star abebooks. He also founded what may be the largest masonic publishing, regalia, and. Eastern star orders are an adoptive group of freemasonry and the prince hall orders historically have had a black membership. Order of the eastern star rituals degrees and secrets. Kessinger publishing, may 1, 2003 social science 76 pages.
Notwithstanding, the order of the eastern star claims to be the largest fraternal organisation in the world in which both men and women are members. Ritual is used with little modification to this day across the world. Macoy organized the current system of chapters, and modified dr. Things a prince hall order of eastern star should know synonym. The hands are clasped and held in a position below the waist, palm to palm, the right over left. Upon his departure for the holy land, in 1868, brother morris transferred to brother macoy all the authority he had assumed and exercised in regard to the. Much learning will still be done by mental osmosis, but that is to be expected. Ritual, hard cover or eb085 bells eastern star ritual order of the eastern star by f. Includes syllabus for each ritual purchased at no additional charge. More about a manual of the order of the eastern star by robert macoy. Originally conceived as an american form of adoptive masonry as early as the 1840s, it took until 1876 for the general grand chapter, order of the eastern star, to be formed. Ritual of the order of the eastern starinitiation wikisource, the free.
Prince hall order of the eastern star organizations are fraternal groups to which both men and women may belong. It is a school for the practice of selfcontrol, good manners, and all of the virtues and graces. Adoptive rite ritual a book of instruction in the organization, government and ceremonies of chapters of the order of the eastern star rev. Published 1897 by masonic publishing company in new york. Having been engaged for a number of years in disseminating the beautiful order of the east ern star. Eastern star, was legally and regularly instituted at st. The general grand chapter of the order of the eastern star was established in 1876 and is the governing body of the fraternal organization. Adoptive rite ritual order of eastern star 1952, book. After requesting all present who are not members of the order to retire, he says. An examination of the test reveals that we are being exposed to a virtual scam.
Known for its charity work and upstanding members, oes is truly something worth celebrating. Thus, the five pointed star is our accepted emblem. Secretary and treasurer handbook dear secretary and treasurer, the secretary and treasurer handbook has been prepared to assist you in the performance of your important duties as secretary or as treasurer of your chapter. Macoy has over 10,000 items serving freemasonry including prince hall and york rite.
Things a prince hall order of eastern star should know. Order of the easter star pin officer jewel crossed keys. Exmasons for jesus is a fellowship organization of men and women who have left the masonic lodge and appendant bodies, such as the order of the eastern star, jobs daughters, the order of rainbow for girls and the order of. Adoptive rite ritual of chapters of the order of the eastern star. Containing the symbols, scriptural illustrations, lectures, etc. General grand chapter order of the eastern star, 1940, 5th edition, 161p, small hardcover, no dust jacket, boards bumpedscuffed, binding tight, text clean, gift inscription front fly3.
Order of the eastern star, and sadly, it has nothing to do with matthew 2. Ritual of the order eastern star antique book 1907 general grand chapter eleventh edition see photos and video for. The order of the eastern star is easily the most popular and prestigious. Robert macoy october 4, 1815 january 9, 1895 aged 79 was born in armagh, ulster county, ireland, but moved to the united states at the age of 4 months. Eb045 adoptive rite white cover the widely accepted adoptive rite ritual, hard cover or eb046adoptive rite gray cover the supreme grand chapter edition o. In pursuance of a call issued and endorsed by several grand chapters, a convention of representatives was held at indianapolis, indiana, november 16, 1876, and the general grand chapter, order of the. It refers to the star, sirius see endnote 7, which is the most important star in satanism. The order of the eastern star is essentially a religious order. It consists of fourteen officers, and as many members, ladies and gentlemen, as maybe convenient.
Manual of the order of the eastern star 1866 robert. A book of instruction, organization, government and ceremonies of chapters of the order of the eastern star together with the queen of the south. The masonic manual by robert macoy table of contents. The eastern star the evolution from a rite to an order. Ritual of the order eastern star antique book general grand. The associate conductress assumes her chair and the worthy patron, ascending the dais, gives one blow with the gavel. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks. Eastern star pins and jewels of past matrons and past.
A manual of the order of the eastern star by robert macoy. Order of the eastern star, is printed on page 27 of our present. Unlike the master masons lodge, the eastern star members are not required to memorize ritual parts and learn its lessons by rote work there is no exposure to a catechism. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. These instructions were adopted at the 56th annual session of the grand chapter of north carolina, order of the eastern star, held in raleigh, june 1961, and as amended thereafter through grand chapter 2010. Worthy patron, the associate conductress reports a candidate in waiting to.
Sec then listen well and remember what i am about to say to you. The phrase, eastern star, has a very specialized meaning in occultism. This degree, one of the series of the adoptive rite, is distinguished as a compliment to all worthy active members of a chapter of the order of the eastern star. When the time arrives to open the chapter meeting, the worthy matron or. Instruction, organization, government and ceremonies of order of the eastern star, queen of the south, administrative degree macoy, robert on. The degree should be conferred within the chapter room of the eastern star. May 01, 2003 manual of the order of the eastern star 1866.
Ritual or constitution, bylaws, rules and regulations of the grand chapter of north carolina. The initiation ceremony is the same for gentlemen as for ladies and both may receive the degrees at the same time. The order of perfect happiness, organized in france in 1730. Instruction, organization, government and ceremonies of order of the eastern star. Mr macoy is recognised as being instrumental in founding the order of the amaranth and the. Morris had the idea that it would be nice to have a way for female relatives of master masons to share the benefits of knowledge and selfimprovement that freemasonry made available to men and to have a place in the masonic family that would.