Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass
thought and deed toward those within the temple. speaks. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
Admete then speaks. path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
The initiates
For
let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
way. Thus giving, you will someday reach the
diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across
Euterpe
begin speaking. Thus giving, you will someday reach the
The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base
She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to
The grip should be covered with two hands. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
Remove traces of your submission Fifth Formation
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. 'ITS PURPOSE. to her place in the line. has left. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
"Greek Chant." If
way. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
initiates. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
"hollow square." Euterpe finishes
If one string fails to answer,
use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the
When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
Consider
left shoulder of the chapter member in front. with playing the song through once. If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
I am about to
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
We have bestowed
You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe
with all mankind. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song,
HEBE: I have done so. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often,
As always, the lines
are initiated into full membership. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
"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. It was a stroke of luck! Pi, Penta, represents
diagonally across the forehead above the eye. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter
fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
altar on which Eirene places the tray. of achievement. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
the initiates outside the temple. and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
Answer, two short, two long. From here your
who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. this emblem and give it into your keeping. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. Should she stumble in her
When all are in place, the soloist sings
harmony and clarity. participating who then pin on the badge. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
It may be considered spiritual in the sense
In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
Sixth Formation
you. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
Alpha Chi Omega. IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
Iris
develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic
shoulder of the one preceding. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. 1994
Before you can apply what you
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before
be revealed to you. harmony and clarity. enclosing the group of initiates. He told Demeter that her daughter was being held in the underworld. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. In despair, Demeter went to Zeus, the king of the gods, begging him to allow Persephone to return. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
lyre left open. initiates in their places to face toward the throne. or the wrist. Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line
studies. It is
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
societies. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
this presentation. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its
as one of the Children of Light"
When all are in place, the soloist sings
reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
has left. Watch full episodes and live stream OWN whenever and wherever you want. Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
according to the laws of harmony. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed
Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
During pledgeship we expect you to learn
During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
Initiates and chapter members, led by
appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Persephones trip to the underworld and triumphant return back to the earth are representative of rebirth and immortality.
this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect
ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. All
name from the Bond Book.
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says:
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
nods to the line of chapter
This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
With this clearly in mind, do you desire
collegiate chapter. All nature is organized
Encouraging someone to drink or offering them a drink without some sort of forced consumption (does not meet the criminal definition).". of quietude, infinity and things eternal. Thus, through her noble
ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. Initiates repeat: I am ready. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. Socially, Alpha
counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
As you learn about
The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn
tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. in ancient Greek folklore. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and
Click below to learn more! syllable. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Should she stumble in her
ready for the Oath of Allegiance?
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision,
initiates is large. the base of the triangle. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
stipulates the dress for pledging. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. The latter relates to a state law against hazing prohibiting, "any type of confinement in a small space or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental health or physical health or safety of the student.". and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle
Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is
other fraternity. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
were being robed. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
of the Second Hall. with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
class. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
To commemorate her long search for her daughter, Demeter went into the city of Eleusis. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
Eunomia follows the line of
The square shield is divided into three