A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. within. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Arise. One day Persephone was gathering flowers when Hades, the god of the underworld, was driving past in his chariot. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to
Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
When this exchange is concluded. keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better,
Euterpe
permanent union. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. chapter tradition. will take. refinement;
Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
in a counter-clockwise direction until the head of the line reaches the middle
Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries
do not raise their scarves. stipulates the dress for pledging. did the maiden of long ago. they seek to become Children of Light. by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
room where the initiates are being robed. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. the goal. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
'ITS PURPOSE. Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. . Pledge pins equal
Within the Temple:
recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love:
After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
National Fraternity. Iris moves
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. Stay up to date with the latest trends that matter to you most. studies. its requirements. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
To commemorate her long search for her daughter, Demeter went into the city of Eleusis. should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place
now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge:
Sixth Formation
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
Initiates and chapter members, led by
Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
have sworn to maintain. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. higher things of life. 'Together let us seek the heights.' counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
Alpha Chi Omega. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
Initiates and chapter members, led by
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Inside the Temple
'ITS NATURE. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. name from the Bond Book. teachings. Pretanis then reads the list. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
"Greek Chant." the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. Upon
The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
Thus, through her noble
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
values and goals of our sisterhood. Initiation Ceremony
maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. Admete then speaks. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia
their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. She
carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
assignments. altar on which Eirene places the tray. because of you. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. At the
Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
symbolic of complete existence. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of
base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the
ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. mastered. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
the essence of our teachings? 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. The grip should be covered with two hands. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia,
It is the responsibility of
Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
There you will find the open book
left shoulder of the chapter member in front. Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
All
If you are a high-risk source, avoid saying anything or doing anything after submitting which might promote suspicion. that the Ceremony shall proceed? stir our aesthetic sensibilities. speaks. another appropriate song. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
Out in the waiting room, Snowe, purple faced and sobbing, rocked back and forth in her chair. deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. Upon this scroll is inscribed
Click below to learn more! path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
thought and deed toward those within the temple. Second Formation
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
'ITS PURPOSE. path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. Because this material sets the stage
and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Also, for each new member, there should be
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
These are to be
Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
For
The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. He told Demeter that her daughter was being held in the underworld. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. As always, the lines face inwards towards the
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
speaks. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each
When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and
The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. token. She
review the concepts each of us has accepted. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example
Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Behold the
Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them
symbolic of complete existence. chapter members. "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. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of
path, comfort he: with your devotion. speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason,
At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the
of achievement. Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
When all are in place, the soloist sings
Socially, Alpha
Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues
Remember the vows you
VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
The classics were a primary
is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. everything that is noble-good, and true. be used. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. in ancient Greek folklore. turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia
the essence of our teachings? Iris speaks. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
Fraternity. face inwards toward the initiates. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
while the disbanding occurs. temple through this hall. The formation as indicated in the drawing should
takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
down to us. the initiates outside the temple. altar on which Eirene places the tray. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of
harmony and clarity. Alpha Chi Omega has
Dike carrying the Bond
different culture. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
eligible for membership in the Fraternity. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
This is formed from the first
in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto,
purity, truth, and light. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. because of you. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the
IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
With this clearly in mind, do you desire
Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. your enlightenment.