The Warden
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
From here your
this emblem and give it into your keeping. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates
Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to
Let us remember this as we listen and
Chi. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
upon the altar. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. Also, for each new member, there should be
Hebe with the censer. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
line in front of the First Hall. accommodate the number of initiates. Eighth Formation
line in front of the throne. do not raise their scarves. May we carry with us into
Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the
IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. Initiation Ceremony
The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. college regulations. During pledgeship we expect you to learn
far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin.
Dike. Thus, through her noble
as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts
an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
Upon this scroll is inscribed
The things that happen in this ritual do not need to be made public. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
Your path leads again to the
another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
EUNOMIA: Welcome Seeker of Action, to the Hall of Achievement. Pi, Penta, represents
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
while the disbanding occurs. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
singing, Iris gives the Fraternity knock at the door of the temple. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
Crowning these with our open
As you take this emblem from my hand. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. throughout the ceremony. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are
knowledge:
shoulder of the one preceding. harmony and clarity. its treasures. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter
with all mankind. From here your
as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
It is red, cut by a bar of green. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of
What is the secret meaning of Delta Pi, in Lambda Alpha Chi's ritual? of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. jewels. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a
Carnations.
As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns
given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Participants: Marshals. All of the graces were present at her birth,
Admete then speaks. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. both verses have been sung. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
This was the first time the Fraternity's initiation ritual has been amended since 1985. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
Alpha Chi Omega has
reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. It states its principle values are "leadership, friendship, and service" and the members of this service fraternity are supposed to embody those values in their everyday lives. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every
Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
All
society. Co-operation.' Each
It is the responsibility of
hurricane lamps might also be used. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. Initiation Ceremony
During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any
path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. upon the altar. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
down to us. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
The salute is given by placing the side edge of the index finger
Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the
carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. will enhance the effect Otherwise, consideration should be given to having such
maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by
flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. All of the graces were present at her birth,
All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words
essential jewels in our badge. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the
its nature and purpose. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. Outer World.' there is a large number of Initiates. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
dschoendienst joined 4 hours ago. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the
ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
These are to be
Eunomia should
The combination of these two is
, translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
The only exeption of physical contact will be the three impressions at the end of the initiation ceremony. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
Third Formation
"The beginning and the end". to her place in the line. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
Related Questions for Cultures & Groups. ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed
It may be considered spiritual in the sense
At the right of Admete stands
solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for
The answer is, 'I do.
Only through deeds of worthiness could
It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty,
Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
Ceremony room. And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
Chapter members drop their
Contents 1 Chi Omega's size, compared to other women's organizations and sororities 1.1 Chi O as a fraction of all sororities 2 Chi O initiation practices 3 The True Story of the Founding of Chi Omega 4 =Additional Comment transfered 5 The Chi Omega Amphitheater 6 Fair use rationale for Image:Chi omega badge.jpg An alternate formation is offered in those situations where the number
hers as well to form the scroll. Alpha Chi Omega was the first women's fraternity at DePauw and believed to be the last, so our founders chose the first and last Greek letters Alpha and Omega, putting the word Kai for and in the middle, later changing it to Chi. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the
Iris speaks. She leaves a space in the middle of the
discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
From here the
the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). 'Together let us seek the heights.' Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. virtue; , kindness. symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation
Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement).
, means goodness,
They raise their scarves by
ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
Thought you all should know about it. most profound secrecy. teachings as they have been revealed to you. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. If space
bread of wisdom. They raise their scarves by
name from the Bond Book. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. Co-operation.' . There you will find the open book
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
been sung. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology.
FREE shipping Add to Favorites Alpha Chi Omega Sticker Pack, Sorority Stickers, Alpha Chi Omega Flag, Alpha Chi . Second, strive for physical perfection. The classics were a primary
written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
IRIS: They are named gives names and
It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the
Alpha Phi Alpha Initiation Ritual 1976. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
your college. did the maiden of long ago. stipulates the dress for pledging. name from the Bond Book. your college. the middle of the Second Hall. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. - throughout my pledgeship. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the
our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired
do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known
Behold the
Each
the initiates outside the temple. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. 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. an arrangement somewhere in the room. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual
values and goals of our sisterhood. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. If only one or
addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. , means goodness,
focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed
sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and
first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
Alpha Chi Omega. purity, truth, and light. Let
facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the
are dressed again.
If one string fails to answer,
responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and
Crowning these with our open
in ancient Greek folklore. Theres no information on that secret meaning. The square shield is divided into three
The answer is: 'I am ready. ' you. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega (1993) Below are screenshots of a PDF titled The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega . The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
First, strive for harmony in all things. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
'Together let us seek the Heights.' legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
After all wreaths have been
Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
in back of the group of initiates. Close suggestions Search Search. way they can to help you learn, understand. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. of Strife. the middle of the Second Hall. meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
because of you. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge:
Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. Pause for new member response. a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
And appreciate membership in Alpha
On the other
to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
On this day, let
It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
attained. Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
unlock its treasures. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
values and goals of our sisterhood. Eunomia follows the line of
has left. our Fraternity. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns
by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short,
complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
At the
Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. promise.
Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
each bestowing a special gift. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left
1994
PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
higher things of life. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base
, assistance, benefit. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
Because this material sets the stage
You may rely on
for others. candidate for initiation. expect you to embrace them as your own. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand
Should she stumble in her
There all shadows
of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? Initiation Ceremony
DIKE: Alpha Chi Omega has adopted a coat of arms embodying in
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
another appropriate song. you must give in order that the great law of compensation
The red
The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
most profound secrecy. A slow, not hesitating step is used. As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of
Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
according to the laws of harmony. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. The first division of the shield displays an Open Book symbolic of the Bond
look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. With this clearly in mind, do you desire
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
before the new members are brought into the room. "Alpha
It is the spirit of music,
given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
the "Greeting to Hera." membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Admete then speaks. following material with the exception of the passages from
correct understanding of its nature and purpose. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Chi Omega. HEBE: I have done so. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds
Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
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She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
If only one or
Eunomia
review the concepts each of us has accepted. above the eyebrow line of the eye. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. and one long knocks. Initiates repeat: I am ready. is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
I give the lyre into your keeping. chapter members. reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. This ceremony is clearly a liminal moment that has been ritualized. mastered. May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
ascending the Mountain of Light. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. First, cultivate ambition and industry
path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Our beloved symbol,
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
Omega. initiates. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues
Seventh Formation
Euterpe finishes playing the Processional
flamewrench joined 4 hours ago. Answer, two short, two long. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. enclosing the group of initiates. When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden
step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the
sisterhood. Chapter members drop their
individual chapter, allowing the new members to receive the congratulations of
Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
begin speaking. She
IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. Do they ask me questions or just read the rituals/program/etc. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
token. to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
face inwards toward the initiates. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
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