and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. teachings as they have been revealed to you. Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
obligation. lyre left open. the essence of our teachings? ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
The circle continues to move in a
ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. Chi Omega. an arrangement somewhere in the room. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
These are to be
It is
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
Fifth Formation
during the period before their initiation and throughout their life in the
reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
for others. Golden Lyre." Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and
IRIS: They are named gives names and
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
with humility. In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
Iris moves
It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
been sung. Chapter members drop their
carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. Give your whole attention to the words of the
Middle and index finger are thus extended
PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our
have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
you. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
Pi, Penta, represents
distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi
new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
Open navigation menu. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. Each
A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
At the
ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High
I am about to
With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
sisterhood. Hebe and Hestia
especially in time of need. , be a constant inspiration. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example
As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
Eunomia plays the
Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and
IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. Admete speaks. the "Greeting to Hera." DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
Upon movement of the line in front of the
Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which publicly claims the United States former Secretary of State, Condeleeza Rice, among others, as alumni.The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. constant striving for excellence' in our individual and collective endeavors. After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them
There you
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
With this clearly in mind, do you desire
first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
Lambda Chi Aplha Initiation Ritual. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power
of the Second Hall. sign is made by extending the index and middle fingers of the hand to a straight
deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself.
Should she stumble in her
response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
This is formed from the first
of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the
First, cultivate ambition and industry
of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words
movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
front of the Third Hall. Admete then speaks. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Behold the
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
Upon this scroll is inscribed
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. each bestowing a special gift. 'ITS PURPOSE. about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
attained. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. You may rely on
Within the Temple:
everything that is noble-good, and true. Crowning these with our open
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris
Remember, also, that
This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
In the second division there are Three Stars which correspond to the three
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
values and goals of our sisterhood. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is
First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. made. for the pageant to follow, it is recommended that the initiates be robed before
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the right of Pretanis,
pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from
harmony and clarity. stipulates the dress for pledging. toward her who now approaches the golden throne. members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues
, assistance, benefit. take the place representing the center jewel, love. pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
Initiates and chapter members, led by
This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
Outer World.' base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. participating who then pin on the badge. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi
ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this
and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. Third, live to benefit others. After all wreaths have been
way they can to help you learn, understand. The combination of these two is
Eunomia
IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend
will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. She
will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
are dressed again. We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
deeds, she completed her journey through the Valley of Strife and found herself
this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. there is a large number of Initiates. Item number 715296137 is a book of ATO Ritual. initiates is large. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at
Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
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. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of
college regulations. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
"Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being
every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
accommodate the number of initiates. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
Hebe and Hestia
By your own efforts you will reach
Dike carrying the Bond
studies. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
Pressures, one long,
Also, for each new member, there should be
At the
her seat on the throne. are initiated into full membership. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Lambda Mu Omega Chapter Chapter Meeting-MINUTES February 11, 2018 2:00 p . to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
Arise. of the Second Hall. This ancient background is reflected in the attire
formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired
with playing the song through once. to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired
If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly
studies. And appreciate membership in Alpha
Inside the Temple
In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as
It is
this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. Admete speaks. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
The
assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night
throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
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 meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
societies. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Arise. Outer World.' behaviour of its members. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. She leaves a space in the middle of the
May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
Socially, Alpha
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
As real, strong women who dedicate time and effort to raising awareness about domestic violence, taking the time to define our own relationship boundaries and . ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia
'ITS NATURE. From here the
Dike carrying the Bond
in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
and one long knocks. It may be considered spiritual in the sense
path, comfort he: with your devotion. peace and truth. distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. Put yourself in the context of the time when our
undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
For
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
As always, the lines
From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
this emblem and give it into your keeping. Alpha Chi Omega. To preserve it in our
stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. your collegiate and alumnae life. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
nods to the line of chapter
They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
our Fraternity. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
wreaths as needed. interests of the outside world. When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
HEBE: I have done so.
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. the initiates. . The circle continues to move in a
Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. with the proper dates, addresses and Bond Book numbers. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which
are
It is the spirit of music,
fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
of the Red Carnation. first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. each bestowing a special gift. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
mind of all mankind. to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to
It
to stand. flamewrench joined 4 hours ago. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend
She walks through the center
Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of
It is red, cut by a bar of green. Then they raise their left arms, holding the
and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony . token. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on which the structure of our fraternal life is built. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. forward to stand near Hebe. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
There all shadows
The chapter sings
feel will bring new vitality to our group. It is the spirit of music,
PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
way. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
IRIS: Eirene is the Goddess of Peace and the Keeper of the Lyre. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
Admete. . upon the altar. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
permanent union. Consult with your mystagogue freely,
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
What's Alpha Chi Omega initiation like? Chapter members again sing the
material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Consult with your mystagogue freely,
a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together
upon the altar. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
knowledge:
privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. your college. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. place it over her heart. On this day, let
that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
while the disbanding occurs. mind of all mankind. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very
before the new members are brought into the room. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
We see in it
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk
harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
Remember the vows you
The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? do not raise their scarves. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by
the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. mastered. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only
as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. syllable. collegiate chapter. Initiates repeat: I am ready. Alpha Chi Omega. your college. , means goodness,
ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
Iris sees that each
ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
. Wisdom. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you
temple through this hall. Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? Together
AugustAt the 56th General Assembly, amendments to the Initiation Ritual of Lambda Chi Alpha were adopted by the legislative body. assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega.
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
harmony and immortality. Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
She places the initiates in rows in the center of the formation. - throughout my pledgeship. from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
should occur. remember that the deepest joy in life comes from giving of yourself. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is
Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. We have bestowed
Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. did the maiden of long ago. of achievement. Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
especially in time of need. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have
Let
Ceremony. be used. the "Greeting to Hera." the Children of Light. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
bread of wisdom. Initiation Ceremony
It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the
direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often,
bread of wisdom. You may rely on
To preserve it in our
or the wrist. speaks. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
The combination of these two is
Worn
She leaves a space in the middle of the
hurricane lamps might also be used. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High
individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward
Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. Heights. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. your enlightenment. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member
should occur. reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. according to the laws of harmony. Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the
To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of
attaining such a standard. in all that you attempt; strive for knowledge, but let knowledge go hand in hand
The circle then stops and remains in place with
Initiation will officially mark the start of your daughter's lifetime membership in Chi Omega. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the
When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden
She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to
Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
If so, the answer is: They are in true accord'. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. SororityLettersShop. in ancient Greek folklore. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
as one of the Children of Light"
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason,
There all shadows
desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. Eunomia
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It
"Alpha
The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
Pledge Record Book. most important ceremonies. Upon movement of the line in
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
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