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Rh The Lion is appropriate to Electa, as a symbol of the Courage and Power that sustained the martyr defenders of Truth.

And finally my sister, Jephthah's Daughter, who freely sacrificed her life to preserve her father's honor; Ruth, who, though poor and lowly, was faithful to the demands of honor and justice; Esther, noble queen, who was prepared to sacrifice her crown and life to save her people from destruction; Martha, who exhibited her trustful faith and hope of immortal life; and Electa, who was pre-eminent in charity and heroic in endurance under the wrongs of persecution—were ( 18. )

So may it be with you. As you illustrate in your life the virtues of these tried servants of God, so shall be your reward. You will now be conducted to the Secretary's desk where you will sign the By-Laws of this Chapter and become entitled to all the privileges of membership; after which you will be re-conducted to your present position.

While the candidate is signing the By-Laws, there may be vocal or instrumental music. After signing the By-Laws, the candidate is conducted