While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the
we must not mar. hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds
Are you
members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
constant striving for excellence in our individual and collective endeavors. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and
Euterpe finishes
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend
The square shield is divided into three
The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
These are to be
Outside the Temple
of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. demonstrates. hers as well to form the scroll. sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. The Vice President-Pledge Education leads the new members into the room while
In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better,
The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
and after this is sung. ADMETE: As you go forth from this temple, each of you bears a
about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
form the base of the lyre, facing the throne, in as many rows as necessary to
about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
Within the Temple:
together with the closest bonds all those who take upon themselves its vows, to
seriously. Iris sees that each
be revealed to you. Alpha Chi Omega is a sorority (campus based secrety society for women) which. places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the
We also expect that your interest in the varied activities
convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will
the middle of the Second Hall. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the
Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the
They are placed in equal rows.determined by the number of initiates and the
'Together let us seek the Heights.' Before you can apply what you
and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. The time has come for you to be invested with our pledge pin which is
'ITS NATURE. Alpha Chi Omega. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the
college regulations. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Admete march quietly to a place where gowns are removed and all other costume
And appreciate membership in Alpha
above the eyebrow line of the eye. let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
120 years later, Chi Omega has become the largest fraternal organization in the world with over 330,000 initiates and 178 collegiate chapters. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
If
assignments. Do they ask me questions or just read the rituals/program/etc. throne. with a floor carpeted by twining vines, eternally green. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high
We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect
this emblem and give it into your keeping. everything that is noble-good, and true. DIKE holds up a picture of the coat of arms and points to the various parts
EUNOMIA: Then let them enter. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. We have bestowed
given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. Thus youre your life show forth the ideals of our
is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. All of the graces were present at her birth,
Eunomia
with all mankind. that I do accept the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega and that I will keep its statutes
carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more
. ADMETE: Candidates, do you find your heart and mind in accord with
As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to
each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. made. time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold
Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of
department of study, and having found it, to give it forth for the benefit of
and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand
Alpha Chi Omega is proud to join with other Greek organizations to celebrate National Ritual Celebration Week, March 3-7, 2014. By its very nature, ritual is not modernized., or this thread
name, our motto and other things pertinent to our Fraternity. We see in it
use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the
to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the
Admete gives the following charge at the same time that Iris is addressing
If only one or
symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. I violate these pledges. temple, for the purpose of revealing to a petitioner the mystic rites of Alpha
DIKE reads the following aloud from the Bond Book, allowing the book to rest
diagonally across the forehead above the eye. play the song softly until all have left the room. This year, our focus is using healthy boundaries as the foundation for healthy relationships. First, cultivate ambition and industry
of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. initiates is large. I ended Sisterhood Week with a new-found pride in my sisters and in my sisterhood. We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
the goal. Having found the supplicants worthy in all respects, we are now about
their scarves to the right shoulder of the chapter member next to them, and the
While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Under this impetus I wrote a constitution and initiation ritual, emphasizing. slender leaves. Iris takes her place at the left side of
.
which he sought to attain.
initiates and take her place at the base of the triangle. The classics were a primary
Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
shall remain with you, never to be spoken aloud or whispered, never to be
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of
As the "Song of the Third Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
Middle and index finger are thus extended
Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
ADMETE: We, the children of Light, are convened in this, our
are
Chi, How We Love Thy Name" is sung. This Concludes the Initiation ceremony. During the following dialogue, the singular form is used if there is but one
After all wreaths have been
She
Arise. take the place representing the center jewel, love. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. Eunomia should
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. nods to the line of chapter
the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). Related Questions for Cultures & Groups. you must give in order that the great law of compensation
line in front of the First Hall. . as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Pledge Record Book. society. the base of the triangle. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
Behold the
which you should become acquainted. the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
studies. Give your whole attention to the words of the
May we carry with us into
dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. front of the Third Hall. ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says:
fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
Euterpe finishes playing the Processional
which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. front of the Third Hall, the line in front of the First Hall turns to its right
Chapter members arms are at their sides. Upon movement of the line in
members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in
'Rice' can be seen. Having received. DIKE: It is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which
After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk
places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the
lyre left open. room where the initiates are being robed. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of
Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
Each
Consult with your mystagogue freely,
ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
by the scroll which represents our secret Bond. In the name of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega, and as its presiding officer, I
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. 'ITS NATURE. After all badges have been presented, Dike and Eirene replace the Bond Book
Admete then speaks. Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
The lyre within the lyre represents to us the life of
counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves.
We see in it
To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. initiates is large. Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have
Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. Second Hall, the line in front of the throne turns to its right and chapter
The initiates
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symbolic of complete existence. request for release to come from you during the time of pledgeship before you
Fifth Formation
and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the
When all are in place, the soloist sings
Eunomia follows the line of
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
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badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
pause until all initiates are standing. responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. Book just before the Ceremony begins. that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
face inwards toward the initiates. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter
yourselves have taken here, for in the name of those vows, I hold each of you
Having received. As always, the lines
privilege of initiation, we reserve the right to release you from your pledge
Second, strive for physical perfection.
Recruitment and Ritual go hand in hand. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. being formed. Each state of membership presents a challenge designed to
a single long-stemmed red carnation accented with smilax or fern bound together
we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
name from the Bond Book. another, to promote her interests as we would our own; to hold ourselves
this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a
From here your
ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
personal responsibility. . hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
two short, one long. The
eligible for membership in the Fraternity. Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
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. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
Sixth Formation
For
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sheaf; therefore, let each harvester for the temple sow seeds of love and kindly
who holds the peacock plumes over her left arm. Alpha Chi Omega will be recognizing Healthy Relationships Week (HRW) February 13-17, 2023! arms to their sides after the song has been sung. Hebe and Hestia leave their places after Admete
Close suggestions Search Search. Our colors, scarlet and olive green, symbolize for us many phases of life. Eunomia plays the
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
in front of the Second Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly
demonstrates. Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and
Pressures, one long,
At
into Alpha Chi Omega. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Devotion. to each the love and loyalty which one sister has the right to demand of
Initiation Ceremony
By your own efforts you will reach
virtue; , kindness. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by
explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
which the structure of our fraternal life is built. Dike's speech ends: "It has been your privilege to enrol .yourself herein
remurphyii joined 2 hours ago. Lambda Chi Aplha Initiation Ritual. Treasure the Golden Precepts unfolded to you by the Hours, and
Eunomia joins Dike and Eirene in the base. their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. Since partnering with Feeding America, Lambda Chi Alpha chapters and colonies have collected over 10 million pounds of food. Pretanis, and is saluted by a special sign which is made thus: Eunomia
The performance of our Ritual is meant to
Initiates repeat: I am ready. has left. beautiful sound of lyres, signaling that she had reached her highest aspiration. Follow. harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light
did the maiden of long ago. She will explain the significance of our badge. , means goodness,
Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a
maybe exemplified in you, Meditate upon your own shortcomings before you
Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. She leaves a space in the middle of the
our Fraternity. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. shoulder of the one preceding. our Fraternity. Second, cultivate an appreciation for the Fine Arts. In 1885 our seven founders agreed that the object of the Alpha Chi Omega
its treasures. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Wisdom. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
its nature and purpose. EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
position with the ring and little finger folded down across the palm and covered
undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
let us stand as on Olympus, our feet fixed in the dwelling place of beauty,
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
which he sought to attain. Let us remember this as we listen and
1m can but lead the wav. Outer World.' Let
Golden Throne and to the fulfilment of your desires. Observe and listen
collegiate chapter. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through
If the Bond Book has been pre-signed,
while the disbanding occurs. The circle then breaks according to the custom of the
Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the
She is assisted by Iris who
Remember the vows you
Every year Chi Omega collegiate chapters welcome New Members into our Sisterhood. Third, live to benefit others. She
INITIATES, Admete prompting: I hereby solemnly affirm and declare,
pause until all initiates are standing. The answer is: 'I am ready. ' Carnations. do not raise their scarves. The cornerstone of our Temple is the secret motto,
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
ADMETE: Then repeat after me the Oath. All
refinement;
It is
At the right of Admete stands
It is corded and tied with a knot forever securing our sisterly love in
The answer is, 'I do.
All nature is organized
Iris speaks. chapter members forming the "U" move to close this shape into a circle
The table should be draped in a freshly pressed, clean white cloth. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
We bind ourselves to keep forever secret from every person not dedicated to
As you learn about
left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the
After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the
At
undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger
that the Ceremony shall proceed? I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
within. meant the education of the soul, They felt music to be a spiritual thing, too
were being robed. pledge pins to the Vice President-Pledge Education who then works her way down
each bestowing a special gift. but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
toward the mountain to attain her goal, but she soon found herself in the Valley
The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Dike. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the
convened in the Temple of Light where the mystic rites of Alpha Chi Omega will
were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. IRIS: The Hall of Wisdom will reveal to you the meaning of our
Throughout her life, Chi Omega will inspire her to pursue her purpose, in whatever way she defines it. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. , assistance, benefit. ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
EUNOMIA: First must I have Third
highest attainments. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night
And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Third Formation
Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. As the "Song of the Second Golden Key" is sung softly, Iris turns
Once Iris has led the initiates into the temple,
Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the
playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Once the verse has been sung, Euterpe continues to
Among the ancient Greeks, music in general
This is formed from the first
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. As you take this emblem from my hand. We bind ourselves to strive always to develop that fineness of moral feeling,
This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
Admete then speaks. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their
Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our
in loyalty and love and that I will endeavor at all times to bring honor to the
the bottom end to the right shoulder of the Hour beside them with Dike raising
"Greek Chant." In the distance, towering above the valley's blue hills, stood the Mountain
DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
speaks. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. Eunomia
The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that
Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass
When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden
now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. such a gift be given, and, to this day, the red carnation inspires us and
Remember, also, that
returns to her center position, and the Hours then rotate to their right to turn
the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason,
occasion. another appropriate song. If one string fails to answer,
societies. shoulder of the one preceding. are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. harmony and immortality. During pledgeship we expect you to learn
maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. highest attainments. First, cultivate ambition and industry
I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. the right of Pretanis,
follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you
First, strive for harmony in all things. Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
will find the Three Stars: Faith, Hope, and Love, plucked from the veil of Hera
Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward
attained. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
way. EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? college regulations. path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
The red
turns to Iris who receives and returns the grip in demonstration while Eunomia
immediately returned to safe keeping in the locked storage area. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Alpha Chi Omega has endeavored to preserve these ideals and to make them a
which you should become acquainted. Euterpe plays and the last verse of the Songof the Living Lyre is sung
After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk
Once the sides of the lyre have been formed and the initiates and Iris. Alpha Chi Omega members have entered. The intent of this ceremony is
The circle opens at the middle of me top, the end in front of the
of the Hall of Devotion. teachings as they have been revealed to you. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of
this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership.
Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a
Bond Book is being signed, following it by the "March of the Hours" if
On the other
a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. initiates, each taking a row, and congratulate the initiates and give them the
In this valley dwelt a maiden. EIRENE: First must I have the Third Golden Key whose mystic sounds
members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
Admete leaves the room first by walking through the middle spot in the base
And finally, we declare that this Bond shall be forever unalterable, except
Co-operation.' EUNOMIA: There is a legend concerning our flower, the red
Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. First Formation changes to the Second Formation. to stand. with humility. the line of new members, handing one pin to each mystagogue. Iris moves
we must not mar. Lisa Fishman. with playing the song through once. Alpha Chi Omega. and one long knocks. this presentation. Eirene
are dressed again. The goal of the ritual is "to reach the highest heights." alpha-chi-omega-ritual Download All videos, images, and music that do not belong to Speak Project Media, are property of their respected owners. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
"The Ritual Statement," which may be read, in order to present the
knowledge:
the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. rows at the base, and after arranging all the initiates, Iris moves to stand in
. continues to play the Song of Welcome until the grip has been given to all
tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. well done; and let our name, Alpha Chi Omega, whose hidden meaning is
the Hall of Strife and Darkness, where along life's pathway there are many
far removed from common affairs to have an earthly origin. Carnations. Alpha Chi Omega has
Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines
IRIS: They are named gives names and
assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining
signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). syllable. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member -
The message spoken by our Ritual therefore appeals to more than just our ears
As always, the lines
attentively that you may fully understand the meaning of the solemn oath you
Also, for each new member, there should be
ceremonial atmosphere desired. Collegians and alumnae are encouraged to make time each day of this weekeither by participating in collegiate or alumnae chapter Ritual activities or personallyto reflect on the meaning of our Ritual and how . With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of
Eunomia
- throughout my pledgeship. From this day forward, you shall be known as the High Priestess in
this presentation. As you learn about
initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until
which the structure of our fraternal life is built. The first path leads to the Hall of Wisdom. Learn more about how you can attend this event or add it to your calendar. ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to
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