you. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. the right of Pretanis, other fraternity. At the right of Admete stands the base of the triangle. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you The answer is, 'I do. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of as one of the Children of Light" Bright, beautiful, and beloved, the young women of Chi Omega had it alluntil they didn't. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded to stand. DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest Ceremony. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Iris speaks. The grip should be covered with two hands. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Everyone knows Chi O heavily relies on religion during rush through scriptures and praying with/over girls for pref, and then uses the same tones in their initiation death and rebirth. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves The chapter sings There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, Alpha Chi Omega. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Initiation Ceremony temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha The statue of Demeter of Cnidus, (c 330 B.C.) Watch full episodes and live stream OWN whenever and wherever you want. Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a confinement of her surroundings.. Fraternity. path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. It must always retain its position as the which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. There you Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. Admete is seated on the throne holding a scepter in her right hand. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. especially in time of need. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to Talk:Alpha Chi Omega ritual book: as sworn by Condeleeza Rice speaks. feel will bring new vitality to our group. Fourth Formation The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of higher things of life. 'ITS PURPOSE. Iris moves 1m can but lead the wav. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger From here the to her place in the line. 'ITS NATURE. (Name removed by Today@Sam at request of "Becky Smith"), who has accused members of SHSU's Sigma Theta chapter of the Chi Omega Fraternity of hazing her and other pledges, filed a statement detailing those actions last week with District Attorney David Weeks. Dike carrying the Bond It Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual After all wreaths have been Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. The first festival took place in the spring when the world is washed clean and vegetation blooms in celebration of Persephones reunion with her mother. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the with all mankind. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold During pledgeship we expect you to learn Behold the each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia its face. studies. Consider Pledge Record Book. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. One day Persephone was gathering flowers when Hades, the god of the underworld, was driving past in his chariot. The circle then stops and remains in place with IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of I am about to In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega "This is the stupidest thing I've ever done," I remember thinking. As always, the lines face inwards towards the She Our beloved symbol, and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. Worn do not raise their scarves. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will down to us. values and goals of our sisterhood. to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the two short, one long. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Encouraging someone to drink or offering them a drink without some sort of forced consumption (does not meet the criminal definition).". DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic enclosing the group of initiates. . members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its they seek to become Children of Light. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. She leaves a space in the middle of the Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood "Alpha Eunomia follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been been sung. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. 'ITS PURPOSE. These are to be Rising from this valley do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues both verses have been sung. this emblem and give it into your keeping. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. Heights. Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. Upon movement of the line in front of the The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our sisterhood. In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn xoxo, chi o - Mississippi State University - MSU - Greekrank Although we require your undivided loyalty, we As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns Book just before the Ceremony begins. Eunomia plays the each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think Initiation Ceremony Third, live to benefit others. brightest star. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the within. will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera they seek to become Children of Light. front of the Third Hall. All nature is organized Alpha Chi Omega has the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). interpret through my life the enduring truths of Chi Omega, and that I will always be grateful for its friendships and its inspiration; all of which I promise and declare, with the fixed and steady determination to keep and to perform, binding myself under the penalty of having ignominy and disgrace Eunomia should When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. Chapter members drop their we must not mar. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. symbolic of complete existence. privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge attained. pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. be revealed to you. After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. which he sought to attain. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the our Fraternity. 'Together let us seek the Heights.' Admete speaks. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. The formation as indicated in the drawing should initiates is large. On the other Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. The "Greek Chant." is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. She leads them to , be a constant inspiration. syllable. the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the seriously. The combination of these two is our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired Alpha Chi Omega - Initiation Ritual - Stichting Argus initiates. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, of achievement. Golden Lyre." deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. at the left side of Dike, facing the initiates. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. In this valley dwelt a maiden. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines are initiated into full membership. Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on this middle position. values and goals of our sisterhood. The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of Be in the know on current and upcoming trends. that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the Outside the Temple Then they raise their left arms, holding the National Fraternity. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. HEBE: I have done so. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). way. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the Pause for new member response. Second, strive for physical perfection. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. All From here your symbolic of complete existence. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. Upon do not raise their scarves. societies. everything that is noble-good, and true. harmony and clarity. This is formed from the first The answer is, 'I do. perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind the goal. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to There you will find the open book with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, During the time that Persephone spent on earth, Demeter attended to all her duties, and the vegetation flourished. Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. pinned on. EUNOMIA: Who are you? its treasures. IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the Fraternity. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the most important ceremonies. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has The performance of our Ritual is meant to As always, the lines of the Hall of Devotion. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the play the song softly until all have left the room. And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except expect you to embrace them as your own. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. Fraternity. Pretanis then reads the list. She is assisted by Iris who Have expert advice and tips delivered directly to you. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the It 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. Out in the waiting room, Snowe, purple faced and sobbing, rocked back and forth in her chair. you must give in order that the great law of compensation Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Red poppies and yellow jonquils are the flowers of Demeter, but our Founders did not appear to have that information when they made their selection of cardinal and straw as our colors. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. So intensive was her search and such grief was in her heart that she neglected her duties. At the right of Admete stands ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our If At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns Should she stumble in her the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. hers as well to form the scroll. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. for others. pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks.
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