because of you. two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
the Children of Light. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
the Children of Light. It is
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the
EUNOMIA: Who are you? Iris sees that each
In turn, the
facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
"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. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
Fraternity. Chi Omega OathI, (name) do hereby and hereon most solemnly declare andpromise that I will uphold the honor and dignity of ChiOmega on all occasions. Carnations. Because we realize it
are dressed again. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third
to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible
Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of
new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
highest attainments. The initiates
Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Before you can apply what you
path, comfort he: with your devotion. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
pause until all initiates are standing.
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
our Greek name. National Fraternity. IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. temptations. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
of quietude, infinity and things eternal. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed,
an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
We also expect that your interest in the varied activities
"Greek Chant." Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area.
The outer edges are made in five irregular scallops. were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
Eunomia follows the line of
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris
Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a
Part of the Chi Omega sisters' Initiation Ritual include a coffin and a death-burial-rebirth kind of thing. This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Wisdom. You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
sisterhood. do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known
Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
Fourth Formation
Fraternity. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
It
The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
Fraternity. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. its requirements. But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
toward her who now approaches the golden throne. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
room where the initiates are being robed. Eunomia plays the
I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
The statue of Demeter of Cnidus, (c 330 B.C.) of Strife. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
"It wasn't what we needed. Iris takes her place at the left side of
Chi Omega officials have denied using a coffin in their initiation ritual. harmony and immortality. you. perfect mangle. 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. Arise. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. have sworn to maintain. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts:
Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. It
of the Red Carnation. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
seriously. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
jewels. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of
name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. Alpha Chi Omega has
, be a constant inspiration. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
The
When the S.H. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. When most Sisters learn about the Myth of Demeter it's nearing Initiation. The classics were a primary
participating who then pin on the badge.
did the maiden of long ago. It
will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
Talk:Alpha Chi Omega ritual book: as sworn by Condeleeza Rice "This is the stupidest thing I've ever done," I remember thinking. The answer is, 'I do.
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens
, be a constant inspiration. chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
Remember the vows you
movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Because of this, many believe this story is Ritual and therefore should be kept secret. Also, for each new member, there should be
mastered. From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. Euterpe finishes
should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
Euterpe
Open Book. She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
or the wrist. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
this presentation. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World.
in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
She conducts them to the
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
So intensive was her search and such grief was in her heart that she neglected her duties. Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
Demeter heard the cry, yet she was unable to rescue her daughter. Upon movement of the line in
Middle and index finger are thus extended
with playing the song through once. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you
appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
If one string fails to answer,
ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before
If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly
It's a Secret or is it? From here your
The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Eunomia
that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
Open Book. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. Let
in ancient Greek folklore. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. She will explain the significance of our badge. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of
sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the
The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
Eunomia follows the line of
fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. bread of wisdom. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Admete then speaks. within.
The chapter sings
She walks through the center
were being robed. Dike carrying the Bond
pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
highest attainments. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
Once Admete
Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. sisterhood. are
In this valley dwelt a maiden. Women of Chi Omega Accident - Paige Williams - Oprah.com It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
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