The number of Inspectors of a Kingdom or Republic is not to exceed
nine. They claim jurisdiction over all the ineffable and sublime
degrees, and in reality form an aristocratic body, with power to
appoint their own successors, and act as "Sovereigns of Masonry."
DECORATIONS OF THE PLACE OF MEETING.--The hangings are purple,
embroidered with skeletons, death's-heads, and cross-bones. Before the
canopy is a transparent delta (equilateral triangle). In the middle of
the room is a grand triangular pedestal, near which is seen a skeleton
holding in his left hand the standard of the order, and in his right
hand a poniard in the attitude of striking. Above the door, or place
of entrance, is the motto of the order, "Deus meumque jus." In the
East is a chandelier of five branches; in the South is one of two
branches; in the West is one of three; and in the North a single one.
OFFICERS AND TITLES.--The assembly is termed "Supreme Council." The
first officer, "Thrice Puissant Sovereign Grand Master." He represents
Frederick II. The second officer is termed "Sovereign Lieutenant
Commander." Besides these there is a "Treasurer of the Holy Empire;"
an "Illustrious Grand Secretary of the Holy Empire;" an "Illustrious
Master of Ceremonies;" and an "Illustrious Captain of the Guards"--in
all, seven officers.
DRESS.--The Thrice Puissant Sovereign wears a crimson robe, bordered
with white--a crown on his head, and a sword in his hand. The
Lieutenant Commander wears a ducal crown.
SASH.--The sash is black, edged with gold, from left to right; at the
bottom a rose of red, white and green. On the part crossing the breast
is a delta, with rays traversed by a poniard, and in the midst the
figure "33."
JEWEL.--A black double-headed eagle holding a sword. His beak, claws,
and sword are of gold. [Pass-words, signs, etc., as may from time to
time be agreed upon.]
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