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Rh W. P. In taking upon yourself the solemn Obligation of our Order, you enter upon a new phase of life; henceforth, you will be numbered among the members of this Order who have for their inspiration the Star of Bethlehem which will guide all the faithful to the New Jerusalem, that city not made with hands. I must remind you that with privileges come responsibilities. You have been informed that we are in possession of certain secrets by means of which we are able to make ourselves known to each other wherever we may meet. You have been conducted to the several points of the Star and been instructed in the secret work of the Order which, if properly understood, will enable you to make yourself known as a member. That the signs and passes may be more firmly impressed upon your mind, with the assistance of our Conductress, I will repeat them with explanations.

The Conductress will give the signs as the Worthy Patron explains them.

The first is the Daughter's sign, or the sign of Adah. It is given by ( 3. ) It