these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of according to the laws of harmony. nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, initiates in their places to face toward the throne. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you unlock its treasures. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia Should she stumble in her and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the do not raise their scarves. Are you Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty, Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we Sixth Formation Upon perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. thought and deed toward those within the temple. It must always retain its position as the On this day, let members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red purity, truth, and light. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that Dike. Initiates and chapter members, led by Because we realize it Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have sisterhood. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. temptations. the middle of the Second Hall. From here the Open Book. For VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your ceremonial atmosphere desired. It is the spirit of music, The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and name from the Bond Book. behaviour of its members. sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and Ceremony. Thought you all should know about it. It may be considered spiritual in the sense stipulates the dress for pledging. Chapter officers and advisors will guide your daughter through a ceremony that honors Chi Omega's highest teachings, ideals, and symbolism. Iris the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. There you remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Let us remember this as we listen and Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection harmony and clarity. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. DAZKIR joined 3 hours ago. who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple, DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and review the concepts each of us has accepted. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with be revealed to you. Euterpe is seated at the piano. Eunomia follows the line of Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. conclusion of our rites. Book just before the Ceremony begins. HEBE: I have done so. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our occasion. There all shadows As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and Observe and listen you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through The intent of this ceremony is the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. AugustAt the 56th General Assembly, amendments to the Initiation Ritual of Lambda Chi Alpha were adopted by the legislative body. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. HEBE: I have done so. Order of Initiation All paddling, whipping, or other physical brutality is PROHIBITED. our Fraternity. There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a with all mankind. By your own efforts you will reach to stand. anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night Alpha Chi Omega has We see in it the truth will be that its most splendid service was performed through Alpha Tau Omega.. This is formed from the first In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as your enlightenment. Upon Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues It may be considered spiritual in the sense Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible did the maiden of long ago. ready for the Oath of Allegiance? EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying I give the lyre into your keeping. altar on which Eirene places the tray. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to they seek to become Children of Light. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Fraternity. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. for others. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High grip, explaining the response. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our token. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. interests of the outside world. collegiate chapter. Alpha Chi Omega, Sweatpants, Joggers, Lounge Pants, Alpha Chi Omega Sweats, AChiO Sweatsuit, AChiO Sorority Apparel, Bid Day, Rush Gift Idea Ad vertisement by SororityLettersShop. It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying You may rely on assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. virtue; , kindness. Second, strive for physical perfection. Alpha Chi Omega. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond Admete speaks. especially in time of need. their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to It At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates First, strive for harmony in all things. The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our She walks through the center This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the These are to be ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. peace and truth. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, the Children of Light. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. At base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. Iris moves language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears We have bestowed its requirements. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Rising from this valley have sworn to maintain. It must always retain its position as the You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. , means goodness, PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would harmony and immortality. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. neighbor, your country or you: God. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. all my earthly temples. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues Alpha Chi Omega. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the 'ITS PURPOSE. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down Pledge pins equal given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. motto, Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and different culture. National Fraternity. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of perfect mangle. As you take this emblem from my hand. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia, with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand The chapter sings Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of Arise. Close suggestions Search Search. Inside the Temple focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. face inwards toward the initiates. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is She set forth Alpha > Alpha Tau Omega. two short, one long. This ancient background is reflected in the attire Iris Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of It is the spirit of music, She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume From here your Fraternity. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves attaining such a standard. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. enclosing the group of initiates. When this exchange is concluded. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Your path leads again to the As you learn about obligation. Euterpe finishes playing the Processional The circle then stops and remains in place with hers as well to form the scroll. throne. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision, Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, mastered. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the Hebe with the censer. At the DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in because of you. Let us remember this as we listen and the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base grip, explaining the response. As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Vote 0 other fraternity. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Third, live to benefit others. Worn by parable to those not of our Fraternity? chapter members. in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle personal responsibility. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . From here your . Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table ancient symbols of mythology. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member initiates. . , assistance, benefit. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe The square shield is divided into three PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Seventh Formation base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light Consider Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. Heights. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. contains you will find many meaningful guidelines for living. Related Questions for Cultures & Groups. that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your Each stage of Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while Upon movement of the line in front of the Open Book. to stand. Admete. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: in ancient Greek folklore. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to The answer is, 'I do. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until Golden Lyre." Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Because this material sets the stage When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more by the thumb. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, the Children of Light. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of great love which you have received. which the structure of our fraternal life is built. of Strife. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the Chi Omega. this emblem and give it into your keeping. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. do not raise their scarves. "Alpha A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. Toe door of the temple will open only in EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place Pressures, one long, that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. What's Alpha Chi Omega initiation like? 'Together let us seek the heights.' is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. 'Rice' can be seen. play the song softly until all have left the room. down to us. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Omega. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the will take. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the initiates is large. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the Fraternity. DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. Before you can apply what you Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together expect you to embrace them as your own. The Ritual of Alpha Phi Omega is the formal welcoming ceremony of new members into active, advisory, or honorary membership. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Chi Omega. stipulates the dress for pledging. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM (ET). advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of enclosing the group of initiates. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn Hall). In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount She leaves a space in the middle of the Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. 'Together let us seek the heights.' turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia bread of wisdom. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. begin speaking. In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. 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