Membership Ceremony/Proficiency Lesson Demo Flashcards
pg 41-56
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What must a Daughter do before demonstrating Proficiency Lessons in a Bethel meeting?
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repeat them satisfactorily to the BG, or someone designated by her
2
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Where do the Daughters who are ready to demonstrate the Proficiency Lessons assemble?
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on the West Line
3
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Who conducts the Daughters during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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Guide and Marshal
4
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What is needed to be demonstrated during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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Obligation, signs and responses of all epochs, Parents’ and Guardians Prayer, Salutation Sign, Grip
5
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Who asks the Daughters to repeat the Obligation during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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Chaplain
6
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Where in the Bethel Room are the Daughters when repeating the Obligation during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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west of the Altar
7
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Do Daughters kneel for the Obligation during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration? If so, when?
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Yes, when the Daughters are west of the Altar. They also assume the Attitude of Prayer.
8
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Do Daughters kneel for the Parents’ and Guardians Prayer during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration? If so, when?
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No
9
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Where in the Bethel Room are the Daughters when repeating the Parents’ and Guardians Prayer during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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west of the Altar
10
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Where in the Bethel Room are the Daughters when explaining and exemplifying the signs and responses during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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west of the Altar
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Where in the Bethel Room are the Daughters when explaining the Grip during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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on the East Line
12
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Who receives the Grip during the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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Guide
13
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During the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration, which comes first; giving the Grip or explaining the Grip?
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giving the Grip
14
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What is given to a Daughter upon completion of the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration?
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Proficiency Certificate
15
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After rapping, indicating the ending of the Proficiency Lessons Demonstration, what does the HQ direct to be done?
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for the IG to inform the OG that it is over and to take part in the Bethel meeting
16
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When can the lights be dimmed during the Membership Ceremony?
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never
17
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Which songs are not optional during the Membership Ceremony?
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“Behold, We are the Daughters of Job” and the “Welcome Song”
18
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What are the qualifications to be on the Preparation Committee?
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at least one female member of the Bethel Guardian Council
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What should the Preparation Committee instruct the candidates in?
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to answer “I do” to all questions, demonstrate the Attitude of Prayer, correct kneeling position, turning square corners, nodding head when name is mentioned, and the proper way to introduce parents, if requested to do so by the HQ
20
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What Membership Ceremony parts should the Preparation Committee NOT disclose to the candidates prior to the Ceremony?
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signs and responses
21
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What may the Guide have when entering the Bethel Room for the Membership Ceremony?
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a piece of paper with the names of the candidates
22
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Which officers move directly after the HQ announces the Membership Ceremony?
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the Recorder and OG
23
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Which door do the Guide and Marshal exit at the beginning of the Membership Ceremony?
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Preparation Room
24
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Does the Guide rap on the Preparation Room door when leaving at the beginning of the Membership Ceremony?
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no
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When do the Preparation Committee and visitors who have been vouched for enter the Bethel Room for the Membership Ceremony?
when the Guide and Marshal have come to the Anteroom to get the candidates
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What does the Guide do when the candidates have been prepared and placed in a line?
she goes to the door of the Preparation Room and gives raps
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When does the IG respond to raps from the Guide at the beginning of the Membership Ceremony?
after the HQ tells her to
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When does the IG close the Preparation Room door after the candidates have entered for the Membership Ceremony?
when all are in position on the West Line, facing east
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When does the IG return to her station after the candidates have entered for the Membership Ceremony?
when the Guide, candidates, and Marshal leave the West
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When do you make more than 1 line of candidates for the Membership Ceremony?
if there are more than 8 candidates
31
During the Membership Ceremony, where does the Guide stand while asking the candidates questions?
immediately back of the 5M chair, facing the candidates
32
According to the Guide during the Membership Ceremony, why was Job's Daughters International created?
"for the purpose of joining together young women who believe in God and in serving their communities"
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What questions does the Guide ask the candidates at the beginning of the Membership Ceremony?
"Do you believe in God and in making time for prayer?"
"Do you respect the flag of your nation and the freedoms it represents?"
"Do you promise not to divulge the Proficiency Lessons of Job's Daughters?
"Do you now agree to join with us in promoting respect toward all worthy persons?"
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When does the Guide introduce the candidates during the Membership Ceremony?
After they answer the questions and the Guide is standing in line with the candidates
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Do the Daughters stand to sing "Behold, We are the Daughters of Job" during the Membership Ceremony?
no
36
Finish this line: "In our lessons, we strive to...."
"...teach that to be fair is to do good."
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What does the Masonic Fraternity stand for?
the brotherhood of humanity
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Is Job's Daughters a part of the Masonic Fraternity?
no
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Finish this line: "We must learn and practice...."
"...reverence for God, loyalty to our flag, respect for our elders and love for all the world."
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Finish this line: "In the story of Job, we learn that if....."
"....amid all the temptations of life we remain faithful to our Creator, we will be enriched with His blessings."
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What does the HQ ask the candidates to do before continuing on their journey during the Membership Ceremony?
to take an Obligation to live in accordance with our teachings
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Who communicates the Obligation to candidates during the Membership Ceremony?
Chaplain
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What do the Guide and Marshal help the candidates do when they are in position for the Obligation?
kneel and assume the Attitude of Prayer
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Are the candidates instructed to bow their heads for the Obligation?
no
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When does the Chaplain kneel for the Obligation?
After her opening part but before the Obligation
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When do the Officers and members assume the Attitude of Prayer during the Obligation?
when the Chaplain does
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Does the Chaplain close her eyes or bow her head during the Obligation?
no, but she and the candidates do after the Obligation is complete
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When do the Chaplain and candidates rise following the Obligation?
after the response is sung (optional) or at the conclusion of the Obligation
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When does the HQ rap following the Obligation?
when the Chaplain returns to her station
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Is it required to sing a response following the Obligation?
no
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Who directs the First Epoch?
JP
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Who directs the Second Epoch?
SP
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Who directs the Third Epoch>
HQ
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Which messengers are part of the First Epoch?
1M and 2M
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Which messengers are part of the Second Epoch?
3M and 4M
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Which messengers are part of the Third Epoch?
5M
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Where do candidates stand when hearing the Messenger parts in the Membership Ceremony?
east of the Altar
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What does the Guide say to the 1M during the Membership Ceremony?
"First Messenger, you will begin the story of the life of Job."
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What does the Guide say to the 2M during the Membership Ceremony?
"Second Messenger, you will describe the trials of Job."
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What does the Guide say to the 3M during the Membership Ceremony?
"Third Messenger, you will describe the anguish of Job."
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What does the Guide say to the 4M during the Membership Ceremony?
"Fourth Messenger, you will describe the triumph of Job."
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What does the Guide say to the 5M during the Membership Ceremony?
"Fifth Messenger, you will share the final message of the story of Job."
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When do the Messengers rise for their parts during the Membership Ceremony?
When the Guide says their station, before the directions are given.
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Where did Job live?
On the edge of an Arabian desert, in the valley
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How many family members did Job have at the beginning of his story?
a wife, 7 sons, and 3 daughters
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How far did Job's estates stretch?
for many miles over the plains and into the hills
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How many sheep did Job have?
countless flocks
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Where were the homes of Job's sons?
dotting the landscape in the lowlands, and shaded by giant palm trees
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What did the younger members of Job's family do at the end of each day?
gather to feast at one of their homes
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Why did Job not attend the feasts at his sons' homes?
he did not wish to impose the gravity of his years upon the festivities
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What was the mission of the Adversary?
to test the faith of all people
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Why did the Adversary accuse Job of being reverent?
only because God had blessed him with great wealth and extensive states and possessions
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What did the Adversary think would happen if Job's riches were taken away?
that Job would turn away from his faith
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Describe Job's disasters in order.
his flocks struck by lightning, his herds of oxen stolen by thieves, his servants put to the sword, and finally, his sons and daughters perishing in a mighty wind which destroyed the homes of feasting and plenty
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When Job did not turn from God after losing his estates and family, what did the Adversary say?
"All that a man hath will he give for his life. Put forth Thine hand and touch his flesh and he will turn from Thee.'
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What does Job say at the end of the Second Messenger's lecture?
"Shall we receive good at the hand of God and not expect to receive misfortune?"
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What is the march music following the 2M lecture?
"Love Divine"
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According to the JP, how did Job want his children to live?
according to God's will
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According to the JP, where does Job hear God's voice?
in the waters of the river, in the song of the night birds and in all nature
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What does Job pray for as he sees the candlelights extinguished in his children's homes?
that tomorrow will be the same as today - full of love, peace and plenty
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What do we learn from the First Epoch?
always to remain faithful to God in our every thought, word and act, no matter what earthly trials we may be called upon to endure
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What does the JP tell us to do before at the end of her lecture?
Be steadfast, practice love, dispense light, shun falsehood and believe only in the truth.
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What is the sign of the First Epoch?
*see Proficiency Lessons
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What is the response of the First Epoch?
*see Proficiency Lessons
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What is the sign of the Second Epoch?
*see Proficiency Lessons
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What is the response of the Second Epoch?
*see Proficiency Lessons
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What is the sign of the Third Epoch?
*see Proficiency Lessons
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What is the response of the Third Epoch?
*see Proficiency Lessons
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What is the number significant to the First Epoch and what does it allude to?
7 - the number of Job's sons and his countless flocks of sheep
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What is the emblem of the First Epoch and what does it symbolize?
White Dove - purity and truth
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Who is the emblem of the First Epoch symbolic of and why?
Job's first daughter, Jemima, which means "dove"
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When does the JC stand during the First Epoch?
when the Guide addresses the JP - she turns, picks up the Dove with both hands, and stands facing west
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When does the JC extend the Dove to the candidates?
at the word "emblem"
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When does the JC bring the Dove back to her during the First Epoch?
when the JP finishes her paragraph about the Dove
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When does the JP extend her hand toward the Dove in the First Epoch?
at the word "emblem"
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Which hand does the JP extend toward the Dove in the First Epoch?
left
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When does the JP drop her hand that is extended toward the Dove in the First Epoch?
at the end of the sentence, before she talks about Jemima
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What is the song sung at the end of the First Epoch?
"Come, Holy Spirit" or "Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove"
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Is the song at the end of the First Epoch optional?
yes
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If the song is sung at the end of the First Epoch, who remains standing after the final chord is played by the Musician?
JP and JC
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When does the JP sit after the First Epoch?
When the JC has replaced the Dove on the pedestal - they are seated at the same time
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Does the HQ rise when the JP addresses her at the end of the First Epoch?
No, she does not rise until the JP and JC have been seated. She rises before addressing the SP.
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What is the march music after the SP tells the Guide and Marshal to conduct the candidates to the Altar for the lectures of the 3M and 4M?
"Lead On, O King Eternal"
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What is the march music after the JP tells the Guide and Marshal to conduct the candidates to the Altar for the lectures of the 1M and 2M?
"Love Divine"
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How did the twilight songbirds sound change after Job had lost his family?
their melody now echoed of sorrow
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What did Job cry in the darkness?
"Why does God continue life to those who long for death?"
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Who were Job's 3 friends?
Eliphaz, Bildad, Zophar
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Why did Job's 3 friends meet?
to console and comfort Job, for the story of his misfortune had traveled to the farthermost parts
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What did Job's 3 friends do when they found him?
they looked upon him in great pity and sat beside him
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What did Job say after his friends had been sitting with him for a time?
"Let the day perish wherein I was born!"
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What did job speak of following his statement about wanting the day he was born to be perished?
he continued to speak of his unrelenting pain and his wish to be released from suffering
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What does Job say about light?
"Why is light given to one who cannot see the way?"
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What did the eldest of Job's friends remind him of?
disaster comes only to the wicked and the faithful will endure
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What did Job's friends continually insist?
that he was being punished for sinful acts
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What was Job's response to his friends accusing him of doing sinful acts
Job replied to each in turn. He maintained his faithfulness but continued to wonder about God's plan for him.
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When Job's cries to God were heard, where did God's answer come from?
out of the chaos
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What did the whispering of the wind as Job, in order?
"Who makes the sun to shine and the moon to walk its silvery path, the troubled waters of the sea to be calm and the rivers to flow their winding course, the rolling thunder and the flashing lightning to cease, the birds to sing their lay, the beasts to roam the plain, and the earth to move in it's appointed course? Who shall cover the vast ground with gentle rain and scatter the wind upon the earth?"
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How did Job answer God when asked about all of the things that God does?
"Behold, I will lay my hand upon my mouth. Once I have spoken, but now I will not answer."
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When God's voice persisted, what did He say?
"If you desire to be like God, assume the throne and rule the universe, but humble those who are proud, defeat the forces of evil and hide the faces of the wicked in darkness."
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What did God say to Eliphaz?
"My wrath is kindled toward thee and thy two friends, for ye have not spoken of me the things that are right, as my servant Job has."
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What did God do to Job at the end of the Fourth Messenger's lecture?
laid His hand upon him, healed his wounds, guided him to the ruins of his home and restored to him twice as much of the world's goods as he had before.
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What is the march music following the 4M lecture?
"Lead On, O King Eternal"
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When does the SC rise during the Second Epoch?
when the Guide addresses the SP - she turns, picks up the Urn of Incense with both hands, and stands facing directly west
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According to the SP, what did Job's friends condemn him for?
what they believed to be moral failures
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Why should the one whom God corrects count himself fortunate?
the correction is meant to lead them toward a life rich in blessings.
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According to the SP, whether it is known to us or not, what is God's plan doing?
unfolding as it should
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According to the SP, when does God watch over you?
in times of prosperity as well as misfortunes
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What does the SP compare every thought to?
a dewdrop from heaven, its usefulness is forecast and its purpose fulfilled
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According to the SP, what should we give ourselves to?
faith that never fails, kind thoughts to others, inspiring confidence and hope of reward
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What is the significant number of the Second Epoch and what does it allude to?
3 - the three daughters of Job and his three friends from the Far East
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What is the Emblem of the Second Epoch and what does it symbolize?
Urn of Incense - prayer
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Who does the Emblem of the Second Epoch symbolize and why?
the name of Job's second daughter, Kezia, which means "cassia", which is used in incense
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When does the SC extend the Urn during the Second Epoch?
at the word "emblem"
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When does the SC bring the Urn back to herself during the Second Epoch?
when the SP completes the paragraph
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When does the SP extend her hand toward the Urn?
at the word "emblem"
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Which hand does the SP extend toward the Urn?
right
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When does the SP drop her hand after it has been extended toward the Urn?
when she completes the sentence, before talking about Kezia
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What is the song sung at the end of the Second Epoch?
"My Faith Looks Up to Thee" or "Faith of Our Fathers"
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Is the song at the end of the Second Epoch optional?
yes
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If the song is sung at the end of the Second Epoch, who remains standing when the final chord is played by the Musician?
SP and SC
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When does the SP sit following the Second Epoch?
when the SC has replaced the Urn on the pedestal - the SC and SP are seated at the same time
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Does the HQ stand when addressed by the SP and the end of the Second Epoch?
no - she stands after the SP and SC are seated
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What is the march music when the Guide and Marshal are conducting the candidates to the Altar for the lecture of the 5M?
"Lead On, O King Eternal" or "Fairest Lord Jesus"
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According to the 5M, what are our members just beginning?
the challenges of life
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What do we go forth on our journey with?
filled with ambition and hope
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According to the 5M, what are our eyes filled with?
wondering interest in the world's affairs
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According to the 5M, what may happen to us in the years to come?
we may experience hardships and toil
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What should forever echo in our hearts?
the remembrance of the trials of Job, his faith in God, and the rewards he received for his righteousness
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What do the sacred writings inform us?
that Job was rewarded with twice as much of the world's goods as he had before, and that other sons and daughters were given to him
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Above all, what did Job enjoy?
the happiness of the commendation of God for his faith
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According to the 5M, what should our purpose be?
so to live that the members of our Order will be known throughout the world as true Daughters of Job
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What song is sung after the lecture of the Fifth Messenger?
"I Know That My Redeemer Liveth" or "I Know That My Redeemer Lives"
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Is the song after the lecture of the Fifth Messenger optional?
yes
154
If the song is sung after the lecture of the Fifth Messenger, where is the Fifth Messenger?
She is still at her position west of the Altar
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What is the march music following the Fifth Messenger's lecture?
"He Leadeth Me"
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Where are the 3 principal officers of the Bethel seated and who do they represent?
side by side in the East of the Bethel - to represent the three daughters of Job
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What is the number significant to the Third Epoch and what does it allude to?
5 - to the 5 Messengers who relate the story of Job in our Membership Ceremony
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What is the Emblem of the Third Epoch and what does it symbolize?
Horn of Plenty - the triumph of Job over the temptations of the Adversary, and the reward for his faithfulness
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When does the HQ extend her hand toward the Horn of Plenty?
at the word "emblem"
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Which hand does the HQ extend toward the Horn of Plenty?
left
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When does the HQ drop her hand after extending it toward the Horn of Plenty?
at the end of the sentence
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What should the Horn of Plenty remind us to do?
move forward in our lives with strength and determination
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Who does the Emblem of the Third Epoch symbolize and why?
the name of Job's third daughter, Karen Happuch - it means "Plenty"
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When does the HQ pick up the Lily of the Valley and how does she do it?
She picks it up with her right hand and places it in the palm of her left hand, holding the stems. This is done just before talking about it.
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What is the emblematic flower of Job's Daughters?
Lily of the Valley
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What do we learn from the place that the Lily of the Valley grows?
humility
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What does the Lily of the Valley teach?
beauty beams from strength, persistence can lead to growth, and friendship can be found in unexpected places
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When does the HQ return the Lily of the Valley to the podium?
when she is done talking about it
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Who demonstrates the manner of leaving a Bethel room while it is in session?
SC
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When do the candidates face west for the Salutation Sign during the Membership Ceremony?
after the HQ instructs the SC to retire
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Who explains the Salutation Sign and examination of a member who cannot be vouched for?
SP
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Does the SP stand when the HQ addresses her concerning the Salutation Sign?
No - she does not stand until the SC reenters the Bethel Room
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How should the SC time her actions during the explanation of the Salutation Sign during the Membership Ceremony?
to the words of the SP
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Explain the Salutation Sign.
*see Proficiency Lessons
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When do the candidates face east during the explanation of the Salutation Sign and examination?
after the SC is seated in her station
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When does the SP address the JP for the examination during the Membership Ceremony?
not until the SC has returned to her station and is seated
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Who represents a member that the SP examines?
JP
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What does the examination of a member include?
the signs and responses of all three epochs
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When do the SP and JP sit following the examination of a member?
after the JP has completed the final response - they nod to each other and are seated
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What is each member required to commit to memory?
signs, responses, Obligation, Salutation Sign, Grip and the Parents' and Guardians' Prayer
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Who gives the candidates the Grip of the Order?
Guide
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What is the Grip of the Order?
*see Proficiency Lessons
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How does the Guide her actions when giving the Grip during the Membership Ceremony?
to the words of the HQ for the first candidate
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What does the name of Job's Daughters stand for?
J - Joy with judgement
O - Order being our first law
B - Beautiful and gracious in manner
S - Sincerity in our endeavors
D - Direction over ourselves
A - Abstain from evil
U - Upward and onward
G - God's name held in reverence
H - Hope never fails
T - Truth always spoken
E - Eager for knowledge
R - Reaching toward the best
S - Steadfast and upright, we will face life squarely for future success
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Is it required to say what each letter of Job's Daughters stands for?
no - this part is optional
*translating to other languages makes this a much longer part since the concepts are more abstract in non-English speaking countries
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What is the march music when the candidates are being escorted west of the Altar for the Membership Ceremony prayer?
"He Leadeth Me"
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Do the candidates kneel for the Membership Ceremony prayer?
yes
188
When does the HQ direct the Chaplain to lead them in the Membership Ceremony prayer?
after the candidates are in position, kneeling and in the Attitude of Prayer
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When do the Guide and Marshal assist the candidates to rise following the Membership Ceremony prayer?
as the Chaplain rises
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What do the new members do following the Membership Ceremony prayer?
they are conducted to the Recorder's desk to sign the Permanent Record Book
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What is sung while the new members are signing the Permanent Record Book?
"I Would Be True" or "Heavenly Father, Bless Us" or appropriate music
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Is it optional to sing while the new members are signing the Permanent Record Book?
yes
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Who escorts the first new member to the Recorder's desk to sign the Permanent Record Book?
Guide
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Who escorts the second new member to the Recorder's desk to sign the Permanent Record Book?
Marshal
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What information does the new member put in the Permanent Record Book?
they only sign their name
196
Who adds more information to the Permanent Record Book?
Guardian Secretary
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When there are multiple new members, where does the next one to sign the Permanent Record Book stand?
in line with the JC pedestal
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What happens to the new members when they have signed the Permanent Record Book?
they are escorted to seats reserved for them
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How do the Guide and Marshal return to their stations following new members signing the Permanent Record Book?
they walk side by side on the Marching Lines to their stations
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After the Guide and Marshal are seated following the signing of the Permanent Record Book, what song is sung?
"Welcome Song"
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Is the "Welcome Song" optional?
no
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When does the HQ declare that the Membership Ceremony has been completed?
after the "Welcome Song" and her welcoming the new members
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Do daughters stand for the "Welcome Song"?
no
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What does the HQ tell the IG after rapping to complete the Membership Ceremony?
to inform the OG that the Membership Ceremony is over and that she should secure the outer door and take part in the Bethel meeting.
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During the Membership Ceremony, how many times are the candidates led through/into the semicircle?
4 (Obligation, Second Epoch before listening to 3M and 4M, Third Epoch before listening to 5M, Prayer)
