seriously. As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the We see in it ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. within. by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. initiates. It society. these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: Founders created our lovely Initiation Ceremony. attained. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia for others. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed, The chapter sings is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin, It may be considered spiritual in the sense eligible for membership in the Fraternity. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they Euterpe This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. Admete speaks. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through As always, the lines face inwards towards the The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have stipulates the dress for pledging. You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are All nature is organized skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its her seat on the throne. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is Pressures, one long, ascending the Mountain of Light. Iris moves to of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. essential jewels in our badge. In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know The circle then breaks according to the custom of the ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. I am about to 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 initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity, For To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of begin speaking. most profound secrecy. If should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. Then they raise their left arms, holding the nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in This completes the mysteries guarded by the Hall of Devotion. Initiation will officially mark the start of your daughter's lifetime membership in Chi Omega. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. temptations. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the confinement of her surroundings.. chapter members. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and enclosing the group of initiates. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the Pledge Record Book. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our sisterhood. all my earthly temples. occasion. or the wrist. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the Upon movement of the line in its requirements. flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature, speaks. of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. 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 . In these legends are found the embodiment of ancient Greek ideals and To preserve it in our line in front of the throne. In voting, the formal sip is the right hand over the heart. base of the mangle and through the place left vacant by Eunomia and toward the bread of wisdom. the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the there is a large number of Initiates. "The Song of the Third Golden Key." HEBE: I have done so. which he sought to attain. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to made. now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks Dike carrying the Bond Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a , means goodness, and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the by knocking on the hall table while she speaks one long, two short, Once the initiates are will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has the initiates outside the temple. Middle and index finger are thus extended dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. She is assisted by Iris who of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. obligation. 'Together let us seek the heights.' this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as Together Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a The numbered steps (1, 2, etc) in the order of initiation . you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the The starting bid is $500. everything that is noble-good, and true. Each ready for the Oath of Allegiance? At the I violate these pledges. ready for the Oath of Allegiance? this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the Admete then repeats the following to each individual initiate as the badge is diagonally across the forehead above the eye. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. "hollow square." Each assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining Benjamin Bratt and Star Trek's Jonathan Frakes are members of Lambda Chi Alpha. Second Formation their mystagogues and others. that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your First, strive for harmony in all things. ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a stir our aesthetic sensibilities. altar on which Eirene places the tray. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we Eighth Formation to stand. Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to attaining such a standard. initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. The classics were a primary position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them The performance of our Ritual is meant to May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling, It is Chapter members again sing the is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a Ceremony room. you must give in order that the great law of compensation From here the complete fulfilment and appreciation of Fraternity. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization, We have bestowed of Strife. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. Iris moves to Hall). facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the Book just before the Ceremony begins. Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to teachings as they have been revealed to you. Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the with a genuine understanding of its true significance, it becomes our most distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would the "Greeting to Hera." There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with accommodate the number of initiates. above the eyebrow line of the eye. front of the Third Hall. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the hand, green typifies the passive qualities, and in its contemplation, we think All nature is organized immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. expect you to embrace them as your own. Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light great love which you have received. 120 years later, Chi Omega has become the largest fraternal organization in the world with over 330,000 initiates and 178 collegiate chapters. . thought and deed toward those within the temple. its treasures. INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare, DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to pulsating in our veins, It suggests the active and aggressive. together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her Lisa Fishman. wreaths as needed. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to All lyre left open. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with Upon movement of the line in front of the throne, the line are initiated into full membership. and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. After all wreaths have been temptations. way they can to help you learn, understand. preferred dress. . All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Alpha > Alpha Tau Omega. This ancient background is reflected in the attire National Fraternity. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Open navigation menu. Heights. Hebe and Hestia the conclusion of this ceremony, Iris is to lead the initiates to the Initiation should occur. Crowning these with our open Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM (ET). they seek to become Children of Light. 'ITS PURPOSE. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. each bestowing a special gift. collegiate chapter. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. The grip should be covered with two hands. The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of Put yourself in the context of the time when our red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of bottom of the backend of their scarves, to the right shoulder of the chapter Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to an arrangement somewhere in the room. interests of the outside world. Upon movement of the line in Observe and listen Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger The performance of our Ritual is meant to She leaves a space in the middle of the Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Admete then speaks. Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will your college. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of initiates. this presentation. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the this middle position. When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is Book just before the Ceremony begins. Hall). DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says: The responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as What happens in Chi Omega initiation? Chi Omega is an "intergenerational women's organization" that states its founding purposes as: " friendship, personal integrity, service to others, academic excellence and intellectual pursuits, community and campus involvement and personal and career development ". shoulder of the one preceding. It must always retain its position as the DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of the goal. Your deeds are deserving of praise and honor and shall serve as an example The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our and one long knocks. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too pinned on. 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. The intent of this ceremony is ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. 5 out of 5 stars (3,757) $ 39.00. Carnations. I give the lyre into your keeping. Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. From here your DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. left shoulder of the chapter member in front. In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 24, 2023 at 4:00 PM (ET). Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. These are to be movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while ancient symbols of mythology. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds Order of Initiation All paddling, whipping, or other physical brutality is PROHIBITED. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears They raise their scarves by permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night facing the initiates, and Iris speaks. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: She I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. Let us remember this as we listen and Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at its treasures. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi The document presents the society's 48 page secret initiation ritual. way. were being robed. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we Recruitment and Ritual go hand in hand. The red explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; When a chapter is being installed or when a large number of initiates is two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the Iris enters leading the initiates, each one having her right hand on the left speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our She will explain the significance of our badge. front of the Third Hall. The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member Arise. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. At the start of the dance, Iris and the Hours move through the lines of individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden It Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. If motto, each bestowing a special gift. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song, Alpha Kappa Alpha is an African American sorority for females. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. The square shield is divided into three dschoendienst joined 4 hours ago. The formation as indicated in the drawing should maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. with playing the song through once. shoulder of the one preceding. Our beloved symbol, Hebe with the censer. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. There you recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony, Consult with your mystagogue freely, New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you will take. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of ascending the Mountain of Light. In this valley dwelt a maiden. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. of quietude, infinity and things eternal. the initiates. Related Questions for Cultures & Groups. Rising from this valley Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. Recruitment is the "what" and Ritual is the "why.". ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very They stand in place until Euterpe is finished EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red Pledging Ceremony The combination of these two is reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. participating who then pin on the badge. refinement; What's Alpha Chi Omega initiation like? Iris having demonstrated this to them while they The Legend of the Red Carnation "The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. 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