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frs225

Registered User
Hello-

I received my acceptance letter today with dates associated with obtaining my degrees. It looks like I will be an EA on January 28. Is there any education related work for the first degree, or does the initiate go in with out understanding?

Thanks!
 

mrpierce17

KOP Council director / Lodge instructor
Premium Member
First of all let me say congratulations on being accepted into our ancient society . I wouldn't suggest reading anything until you are initiated and then only the material given to you by your instructor , you will understand why once you have gained your 3°
 

frs225

Registered User
Thank you for the congrats. If I understand you correctly, there is no instruction for the first degree?

Thanks again!
 

Ghost

Premium Member
Congrats. I was just initiated. My advice is to trust your new brothers to be. There's no need to do any education work. Just listen to everything around you. You'll do great and welcome!
 

dfreybur

Premium Member
Some jurisdictions offer initial reading with a booklet like "On the Threshold". They tend to be brief summaries of Masonic history or philosophy, state activities and charities. Feel free to read all you wish on topics like that.

Avoid reading about the events of the ceremony. Do you know anyone who as a kid found their Christmas presents, opened them and spoiled the surprise? Reading about the degree is a bit like that. Go in and let it be a surprise as that increases the emotional impact. Step out in faith that your friend who sponsored you will take good care of you just as the friend who sponsored him did years ago.
 

Warrior1256

Site Benefactor
There is no educational work for your EA initiation. As a matter of fact, anything you may read beforehand may spoil the experiance for you.
 

Bro. Staton

Registered User
Don't read anything other than what is given to you by your instructor. Everything that you will need will be supplied. Don't search the net for questions or answers as they will be given in due time. Welcome to the craft and keep us updated on your progress.
 

frs225

Registered User
Will do. Thanks again to everyone for the good advise. I appreciate the support and look forward to becoming a brother.
 

Joshua71

Grand Standard Bearer GL of Alberta, PM Lodge #195
Premium Member
Welcome! Sit back and enjoy the ride, you're in for a treat of an experience and the journey is well worth it for those that want it to be. Know that everyone in the room with you has done what you are about to and are excited for you as well!
 

blacksmith83

Registered User
Welcome! I went through EA a few months back, this upcoming week i'm going through my 2nd degree...just as everyone says, relax and enjoy the experience and trust your soon to be brothers!
 

frs225

Registered User
What an amazing night. My brother and I were initiated together. Our lodge did a short and long ceremony. I went first, then was able to witness half of my brothers ceremony. We then joined together to complete the ritual together. WOW what an experience. Thank you to all my brothers who offered sound advice. I am truly honored to be part of this fraternity. My lodge brothers were very welcoming, as are the brothers I have interacted with in this forum.
 

blacksmith83

Registered User
It definitely reiterates everything I've reflected upon until now...and has given me a greater understanding for my preparations towards further degrees
 

Bro. Stewart P.M.

Lead Moderator Emeritus
Staff Member
Hello-

I received my acceptance letter today with dates associated with obtaining my degrees. It looks like I will be an EA on January 28. Is there any education related work for the first degree, or does the initiate go in with out understanding?

Thanks!

First of all, Congratulations!!

Secondly, the best way to begin this journey is to go in without any prior knowledge!
 

Jay Welch

Registered User
dfrybur, I really like your Christmas gift analogy. You have to stand there and act all surprised! Yeah its supposed to be a mystery that's a huge part of it. frs 225 congrats man and welcome to the family.
 
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