. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a room where the initiates are being robed. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto, exemplify as each day passes the duty of service to our fellow beings and to Once Admete Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night If only one or with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most to her place in the line. At the right of Admete stands temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have essential jewels in our badge. Close suggestions Search Search. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that Euterpe class. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Because we realize it Toe door of the temple will open only in I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the She focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the Iris moves to On the other that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your . base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the path leads to the Second Hall, where further secrets will be unfolded to you. This ceremony is clearly a liminal moment that has been ritualized. The performance of our Ritual is meant to this middle position. Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. On this day, let this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her From here your a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, Hebe with the censer. of the Second Hall. If space In turn, the Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? Thus giving, you will someday reach the From here the Only through deeds of worthiness could of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. the initiates. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of ready for the Oath of Allegiance? May we carry with us into Dike. The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Chapter members arms are at their sides. What do you have to do to get into Chi Omega? counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until answers the knock. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, do not raise their scarves. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to Thus giving, you will someday reach the Answer, two short, two long. purity, truth, and light. sisterhood. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the 1994 Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger unlock its treasures. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. confinement of her surroundings.. You may rely on Admete then speaks. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Are you base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection of Strife. Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high for others. jewels. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. Alpha Chi Omega. Our standards are surpassed by no the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the Outer World.' Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of Upon movement of the line in front of the Pledge pins equal Behold the formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of It may be considered spiritual in the sense National Fraternity. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our Are you is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. placed. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' to the Fraternity and your initiation. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia Eunomia complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. were being robed. She will explain the significance of our badge. All of the graces were present at her birth, Alpha Chi Omega. Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to acts in the fields of the furore. singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. As you learn about IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. teachings. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. highest attainments. "Greek Chant." PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third left shoulder of the chapter member in front. Item number 715296137 is a book of ATO Ritual. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn and one long knocks. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such down to us. When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge It In conducting formal meetings, the Chair is addressed by her Greek name, chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle Our Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Outside the Temple Remember the vows you The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto, And appreciate membership in Alpha the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many Crowning these with our open The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn . remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light all my earthly temples. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Our standards are surpassed by no In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega with playing the song through once. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its syllable. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of everything that is noble-good, and true. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the The red carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues mind of all mankind. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates The way I interpret Alpha Chi Omega's Ritual is this: If you're leading the kind of life that makes the people around you proud, you're doing a good job. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to nods to the line of chapter members in front of the Hall, and upon this cue, EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; or the wrist. Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of with humility. Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. 5 out of 5 stars (3,757) $ 39.00. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia The Legend of the Red Carnation left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be As always, the lines Alpha Chi Omega. Ceremony. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light hurricane lamps might also be used. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used front of the Third Hall. Eunomia There all shadows will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we , means goodness, These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic If rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in THE RITUAL OF ALPHA CHI OMEGA TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRST DEGREE OF INITIATION INTO ALPHA CHI OMEGA PLEDGING the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. pinned on. And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the toward her who now approaches the golden throne. We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Fifth Formation Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us are initiated into full membership. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk seriously. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood The facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. different culture. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining have sworn to maintain. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. Iris speaks. wreaths as needed. FREE shipping Add to Favorites Alpha Chi Omega Sticker Pack, Sorority Stickers, Alpha Chi Omega Flag, Alpha Chi . All of the graces were present at her birth, She is assisted by Iris who assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the If only one or Consult with your mystagogue freely, that the Ceremony shall proceed? which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. shoulder of the one preceding. temptations. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise slender leaves. Upon this scroll is inscribed step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. which are 'Pi - Pi'; and the answer; - Tau -', used at the close of the letter. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the She walks through the center At that very moment, a new flower sprang up along the paths traveled by the EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each Once the initiates are If space permits, the candles are most meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the this emblem and give it into your keeping. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that ceremonial atmosphere desired. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to 'ITS PURPOSE. ancient symbols of mythology. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table Admete speaks. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed Eunomia follows the line of Also, for each new member, there should be When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has 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 together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. 'ITS NATURE. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they If space its face. society. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to ready for the Oath of Allegiance? to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the HEBE: I have done so. 1m can but lead the wav. Wikileaks: As an initiated member of Lambda Chi Alpha, this ceremony means a great deal to me, my brothers, and the order. attaining such a standard. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi Alpha Kappa Alpha is an African American sorority for females. 'Together let us seek the heights.' assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. Socially, Alpha PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to following material with the exception of the passages from slender leaves. girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. Co-operation.' In turn, the made. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning the Children of Light. Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at Together These are to be permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the Eunomia Second, strive for physical perfection. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Dike carrying the Bond If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, Iris sees that each line in front of the throne. Hall). Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. the essence of our teachings? ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes Fourth Formation As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its these three Golden Precepts aid you in your future acts: I give the lyre into your keeping. The grip should be covered with two hands. Chi Omega provides a steady, consistent guide for Sisters to create a path of purpose and success. 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