Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and
From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic
Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend
In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the
From here your
Item number 715296137 is a book of ATO Ritual. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
'Together let us seek the heights.' hurricane lamps might also be used. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Iris speaks. Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. Then they raise their left arms, holding the
The answer is: 'I am ready. ' After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. Iris
temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
mind of all mankind. which you should become acquainted.
Outside the Temple
'ITS NATURE. The red
carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more
Do they ask me questions or just read the rituals/program/etc. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form a pageant, a
IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of
Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. Iris moves to
immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
As you take this emblem from my hand. develop you as an individual and as an Alpha Chi Omega. Eunomia
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.
Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi
desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
7. .
Let us raise our voices in solemn chant. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. way they can to help you learn, understand. She was surrounded by others who had stumbled in their efforts to
of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
In order to understand and enjoy your initiation more fully, you should know
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. values and goals of our sisterhood. Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation | 02-24-2023 04:00 PM | Quinnipiac Events Skip to main content Academics Back to main menu Your Tools for Success of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. the Children of Light. now raise your right hand and repeat after me the following pledge:
way. fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
The intent of this ceremony is
In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
personal responsibility. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. 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. Middle and index finger are thus extended
of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. Also, for each new member, there should be
Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and
Alpha Kappa Alpha is an African American sorority for females. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
Iris takes her place at the left side of
line in front of the First Hall. by vote of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
The Legend of the Red Carnation
They stand in place until Euterpe is finished
Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. interests of the outside world. which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we
immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin.
of the Second Hall. mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty,
language contains few references to the Grecian period of ancient history. are initiated into full membership. 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 . . The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. of Strife. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. This is formed from the first
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
society. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the
Sixth Formation
Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
jewels. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. way. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
She walks through the center
red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of
attained. ADMETE: The deepest thought of Fraternity is its oneness, and this
, assistance, benefit. I violate these pledges. The square shield is divided into three
Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have
Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to
Are you
the "Greeting to Hera." following material with the exception of the passages from
assignments. be used. form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to
initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. Second Formation
counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk
Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual
It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
perfect mangle. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the
I am about to
It is
of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
of achievement. and one long knocks. Dike carrying the Bond
perfect mangle. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
initiates. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible
At the
The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
highest attainments. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
National Fraternity. nods to the line of chapter
our Fraternity. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. 120 years later, Chi Omega has become the largest fraternal organization in the world with over 330,000 initiates and 178 collegiate chapters. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
its face. Learn more Know a Woman That Would Be A Great Chi Omega? accommodate the number of initiates. yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
throne. personally responsible and morally accountable for loyalty of thought and deed
Admete then speaks. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
Admete then speaks. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
essential jewels in our badge. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
other fraternity. correct understanding of its nature and purpose. Participants should be dressed in a conventional manner appropriate to the
Eighth Formation
this presentation. They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
"The Song of the Third Golden Key."
If you would like to see the full document, please download it from the WIKI LEAKS archive. Chi. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread
higher things of life. is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
In turn, the
unlock its treasures. Wisdom. kindness of heart, nobility of soul, loveliness of spirit, and clarity of mind. a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together
Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. At the conclusion of her speech to the initiates and at the conclusion of the
, translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
Chapter members in the sides of the lyre raise the bottom of the backend of
"Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. As always, the lines
Seventh Formation
your collegiate and alumnae life. minds created deities dwelling on Olympus, who symbolized for man those virtues
continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
When all is quiet, Admeta stands. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. First, cultivate ambition and industry
ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. altar on which Eirene places the tray. The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the
right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction,
You may now
Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities
and face the base of the lyre, i.e.
Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to
carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you
Your path leads again to the
It is to envelop them with our rich heritage and its symbolism, that our new members may become part of the living spirit of Alpha Phi Omega. members in front of the Third Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its
we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. Iniates repeat: I do solemnly promise. Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of
reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. token. new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. , translated, 'The strength of love is Unity; the strength of Unity,
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
I violate these pledges. , be a constant inspiration. What happens in Chi Omega initiation? As always, the lines
Hebe and Hestia
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Below the shield is a scroll bearing the Greek words of our open motto,
this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens
their mystagogues and others. enclosing the group of initiates. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
Iris
May we carry with us into
which holds within its pages the keystone of our philosophy. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. We bind ourselves to endeavor to attain intellectual, moral and physical
Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each
The complete cipher, Pi Tau Pi, signifies Alpha Chi Omega. into Alpha Chi Omega. IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. The circle then stops and remains in place with
Chi Omega. Admete then speaks. slender leaves. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
The grip should be covered with two hands. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. of the Hall of Devotion. Because this material sets the stage
Fraternity. The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
college regulations. their mystagogues and others. The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
Omega. Amber Brkich from Survivor is a member of Alpha Gamma Delta another women's fraternity . As always, the lines face inwards towards the
The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. As always, the lines face inwards towards the
Iris takes her place at the left side of
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is
class. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. attaining such a standard. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. the five letters of Alpha and Omega.
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
And appreciate membership in Alpha
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
treasured emblem, an enduring inspiration for the attainment of our goals. Let
ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to
Rising from this valley
slender leaves. She conducts them to the
Because this material sets the stage
Chapter members drop their
follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song,
room where the initiates are being robed. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to
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ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. with humility. of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. Second, learn to distinguish the true from the false. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. Iris sees that each
The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Pretanis then reads the list. It
pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
our love and confidence throughout-your journey. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. Chapter members drop their
It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. I give the lyre into your keeping. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the
initiates is large. Chi Omega. Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. individual, and as an Alpha Chi Omega, you have met the first challenge toward
the Heights, you have reached your goal and have given much to others along the
First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
Initiation Ceremony
PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
Our Ritual states the ideals and values on which our sisterhood
IRIS: They are named gives names and
Put yourself in the context of the time when our
to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible
With this clearly in mind, do you desire
The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of
When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
Little fingers interlocked; the thumb on the second knuckle; the forefinger
look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
because of you. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
Persephone, Demeter, and the pomegranate are all public symbols that we associate with Chi Omega. Together
being formed. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
Pi, Penta, represents
written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
personal responsibility. the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. On the other
hurricane lamps might also be used. Co-operation.' After the chapter members have taken their places, Pretanis addresses them
ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
All of the graces were present at her birth,
play the song softly until all have left the room. Fraternity. hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the
Carnations. should disrobe in a separate room, and Iris should remain with them until they
that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
this presentation. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
When all is quiet, Admeta stands. and Greeting to Hera, and Admere speaks. Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
Initiation Ceremony
It was the first musical instrument played by the Gods on Mount Olympus. Euterpe
Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. The combination of these two is
demonstrates.
will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. refinement;
The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of
Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. teachings. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
"The beginning and the end". new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of
the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
are initiated into full membership. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. "Greek Chant" softly while the initiates are entering and being
To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of
begin speaking. Outside the Temple
We see in it
should temptation touch her, shield her with your love; should sorrow darken her
attained. our ancient sisterhood, have come form the Outer World seeking our inspired
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. great love which you have received. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Alpha > Alpha Tau Omega. to her place in the line. which the structure of our fraternal life is built. this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us
EUNOMIA: Are you alone? the goal. shoulder of the one preceding. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Enjoy your initiation, and yet listen carefully-for in the precepts it
rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. She walks through the center
As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
Once the initiates are
carnation is a joyful reminder of the heritage we will share. essential jewels in our badge. syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
There you
members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
bread of wisdom. the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
pronounce judgment upon others and let harmony be the keynote in your relations
every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend
Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. The classics were a primary
Consider
All of the graces were present at her birth,
Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to
At the right of Admete stands
Then they raise their left arms, holding the
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. Behold the
recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the
addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
candidate for initiation. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
thought and deed toward those within the temple. constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. Only through deeds of worthiness could
ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a
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wreaths as needed. This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia,
Middle and index finger are thus extended
She leads them to
The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
Olympus. and one long knocks. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
confinement of her surroundings.. At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
Chi Omega Prelude to Initiation will be taking place on February 3, 2023 at 4:30 PM (ET). During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
your enlightenment. by the thumb. arms to their sides after the song has been sung.
mastered. while the disbanding occurs. Eunomia
nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
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