THE EQUINOX
Forming the apex of an equilateral triangle whose base is
a line drawn between the pillars, is a small black square
altar, of superposed cubes.
Taking this altar as the middle of the base of a similar
and equal triangle, at the apex of this second triangle is a
small circular font.
Repeating, the apex of a third triangle is an upright Tomb.
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OF THE OFFICERS OF THE MASS
The PRIEST. Bears the Sacred Lance, and is clothed at
first in a plain white robe.
The Prirstess. Should be actually Virgo Intacta, or
specially dedicated to the service.of the Great Order. She
is clothed in white, blue, and gold. She bears the Sword
from a red girdle, and the Paten and Hosts, or Cakes of
Light.
The Deacon. He is clothed in white and yellow. He
bears the Book of the Law.
Two Children. They are clothed in white and black.
One bears a pitcher of water and a cellar of salt, the other a
censer of fire and a casket of perfume.
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OF THE CEREMONY OF THE INTROIT
The Deacon, opening the door of the Temple, admits
the congregation, and takes his stand between the
small altar and the font. (There should be a door-
keeper to attend to the admission.)
The Deacon advances and bows before the open
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