The first order of the Rosy Cross [...] Part 1

Brother Water-Bearer.—It is over the great sea and in its depths.

Light-Bearer of the Temple.—The night shall be enlightened by the day.

Master of the Temple.—Inheritor of darkness original: "night" and time, what do you seek in the places of the Soul?

Guide of the Paths (speaking for the Candidate).—Through the darkness of time and night, I have come to the Gate of the Temple, looking for light within.

Master of the Temple.—Place the Candidate on the Western side of the Altar with his face to the East, symbolizing the desire for that light which GOD shall grant to the seeker who is well and properly prepared.

This is done by the Guide of the Paths, who leads the Candidate throughout the Ceremony so that he is not permitted to kneel, rise, or make any movement at all on his own. The Light-Bearer of the Temple and his Assistants have returned to their places, where they remain standing.

Master of the Temple.—We have your signed application for admission to this Fellowship, which exists to increase spiritual knowledge among those who have awakened in the spirit. We also have your solemn testimony of a desire in your heart to realize Eternal Life and Divine Union. We are taught that the things which belong to Caesar must be properly given to Caesar, but to GOD the things which are GOD'S; likewise, the secrets of the Sanctuary are reserved for the Sanctuary alone. Before your reception can proceed, it is necessary for you to take a Solemn Oath original: "Obligation" to maintain the Secrets original: "Veils" of the Order. In the outside world, you are bound by the rules of morality and the social code to keep