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Chi Omega Secrets Revealed throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
Only through deeds of worthiness could
The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
the flicker of the hearth fire and the glow of the flame, the very blood
is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a
It is the responsibility of
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
mysteries of the Hall of Achievement. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except
Our
The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
highest attainments. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
This scroll contains the names of all those who have entered the
. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
two short, one long. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
Guard against selfishness for you will receive much. It must always retain its position as the
ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. 'ITS PURPOSE. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. permits, an arrangement of red carnations and smilax or fern placed on the table
When all are in place, the soloist sings
EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? These are to be
following material with the exception of the passages from
pinned on. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base
mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
She walks through the center
Click below to learn more! Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. EUNOMIA: Initiates, please kneel, while upon your head I place
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. the initiates outside the temple. ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. It is
in back of the group of initiates. Eirene holds up a large drawing or suitable replica of the badge while
'Together let us seek the heights.' When all is quiet, Admeta stands. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
Pledge pins equal
in ancient Greek folklore. Outside the Temple
This is formed from the first
Chapter members arms are at their sides. Iris instructs the initiates to place their right hands on the
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
We also expect that your interest in the varied activities
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread
As he took her away to his dark kingdom under the earth, Persephone cried out to her mother. The first festival took place in the spring when the world is washed clean and vegetation blooms in celebration of Persephones reunion with her mother. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
they seek to become Children of Light. within. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omega's Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek . responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
peace and truth. temptations. "This is the stupidest thing I've ever done," I remember thinking. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. of the Hours by having Eirene step Dike behind as she passes through. Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. Stay up to date with the latest trends that matter to you most. Eunomia
DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. its treasures. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which
and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
Eighth Formation
made. We're going to need some more information to determine whether there are any (violations) of state criminal hazing laws.". Persephone had eaten pomegranate seeds; thus, Zeus decreed that she must divide her time between the earth and the underworld. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. your collegiate and alumnae life. Initiates and chapter members, led by
now in the British Museum, was her inspiration for the drawing. both verses have been sung. of the Hall of Devotion. and face the base of the lyre, i.e. estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision,
are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each
great love which you have received. we must not mar. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. It's a Secret or is it? to unlock for them the door leading to the inner temple. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. Eunomia
Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. She stands to
you.
Pomegranates have shown up in countless Chi O Creations merchandise, Convention attire, and costumes over the years! May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
by florist tape and possibly tied with red and green ribbons. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. occasion. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. eligible for membership in the Fraternity. There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
because of you. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to
well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
diagonally across the forehead above the eye. Thus, through her noble
Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. I pledge myself to consult with the mystagogue who will be my counsellor
The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. "Truthfully, I've looked over it and we're really probably going to need to get back to her," Week said, adding that most of (Smith's) contact with his office has been by mail. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
especially in time of need. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Devotion (Second Hall). our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. your college. look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. and after this is sung. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
Zeus, seeing that all vegetation was dying because Demeter was neglecting her role of tending to the plants, granted Persephone permission to return if she had not eaten anything while in the underworld. stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. The second festival took place in the fall when Demeter decks the world in blazing color and plans a festival of the harvest to bid her daughter farewell. values and goals of our sisterhood. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty,
with Eunomia behind the group of initiates. All of the graces were present at her birth,
Sixth Formation
follow faithfully and intelligently the three Muses: Art, Literature and Song,
grip, explaining the response. her seat on the throne. The combination of these two is
Part of the Chi Omega sisters' Initiation Ritual include a coffin and a death-burial-rebirth kind of thing. I am the guardian, let these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for
National Fraternity. material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes,
Rising from this valley
an arrangement somewhere in the room. seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual
Iris leads the initiates behind her, They are followed by the Hours
Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our
There you will find the open book
Only after becoming an Initiated Sister do you learn why this myth is so important to our Fraternity, but all can appreciate the story that exists in the myth itself! Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
left of the throne is the altar on which burns a Greek lamp, tended by Hestia,
hovering over us as a constant source of inspiration. review the concepts each of us has accepted. solemnly bind ourselves to hold inviolate the obligation of secrecy which we
in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the
the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
National Fraternity. members next to them, and stepping with their right foot and rising slightly on
1m can but lead the wav. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
for others. Before you can apply what you
two short, one long. their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed
upon the altar. With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
accommodate the number of initiates. into Alpha Chi Omega. If only one or
Hebe and Hestia
throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
reminds us of hope that is ever green and love that never fails. The performance of our Ritual is meant to
A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. IRIS: Eunomia is the Goddess of Good Order and Keeper of the
Watch full episodes and live stream OWN whenever and wherever you want. maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. highest attainments. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
permanent union. each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a correct understanding of
hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
May we carry with us into
will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
feel will bring new vitality to our group. Each
toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia
Within the Temple:
Because this material sets the stage
From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
"Greek Chant." Pause for new member response. shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
which the structure of our fraternal life is built. When this exchange is concluded.
You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe
We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
Many of our own customs and traditions have their beginning
of Light, and the maiden, gazing at its mystical radiance, found the
The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
Middle and index finger are thus extended
these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love:
May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
She walks through the center
those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. should occur. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
sisterhood. our love and confidence throughout-your journey. As always, the lines
Although we require your undivided loyalty, we
Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? Admete then speaks. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. To initiates: You, a Child of Darkness regarding the mysteries of
Although the ways the myth and symbols intertwine with Chi Omegas Ritual are secretive, the myth itself has been published throughout Greek mythology for years and is well -known by many. motto,
hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Chi Omega. Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. But the maiden, mindful of her fellow travelers, helped them regain their
The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to which you have already sworn
throne, and upon this cue, this line turns to its right arid members walk slowly
response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates
fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. Chi Omega. Upon
As season follows season, fresh wheat must be-corded in the
Everyone knows Chi O heavily relies on religion during rush through scriptures and praying with/over girls for pref, and then uses the same tones in their initiation death and rebirth.
Shh! It's a Secret or is it? - 125 Years of Chi Omega together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
of quietude, infinity and things eternal. Survivors of March 26, 1987, gather at the Chi O house, January 2012. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
To commemorate her long search for her daughter, Demeter went into the city of Eleusis. class. When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. most profound secrecy. Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
It
'Together let us seek the heights.' Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
nobility of character, strength of intellect and kindness of hem inherent in
From here on, you will learn to extend loyalty of
This myth is one that many know, but one that Chi Omegas especially hold near to our hearts. 1994
IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
neighbor, your country or you: God. size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi
I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
Upon movement of the line in front of the
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
Iris speaks. signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). toward her who now approaches the golden throne. higher things of life. those values set forth in our ceremonies and summarized in our open motto:
chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the
begin speaking. After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk
Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
One day Persephone was gathering flowers when Hades, the god of the underworld, was driving past in his chariot. which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. If one string fails to answer,
Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
For
the girl within the Fraternity, while the three strings signify the individual
There you
efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold;
to her place in the line. skies, where it is still to be seen as the constellation Lyra, with Vega as its