Tiler.
Inst. Off.: Brother —— ——, you have been appointed Tiler of this Lodge, and will now be invested with the jewel and the implement of your office.
As the Sword is placed in the hands of the Tiler to enable him effectually to guard the Lodge against the approach of cowans and eavesdroppers, and suffer none to pass or re-pass except such as are duly qualified and have permission of the Worshipful Master, so it should morally serve as a constant admonition to us to set a guard over our thoughts, a watch at our lips, and a sentinel over our actions, thereby preventing the approach of every unworthy thought or deed, and preserving consciences void of offence toward God and toward man. Your early and punctual attendance will give us the best proof of your appreciation of and love for the institution.
He is conducted to his station.
The Installing Officer, addressing the Master, when presenting the Gavel, explains its power and use.
One * of which calls * * *; two * calls * * *; three * calls * * *
Worshipful Master, behold your brethren!
Brethren, behold your Master!
The grand honors are then given the W. M. by the Lodge, the Marshal leading in the ceremony.
The brethren are now seated. Then the Grand Master or Installing Officer may deliver an address or read the following charges, in his discretion: