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Jephthah had a bit of a shaded past, his mother was a prostitute, and his father could have been any number of men. Because of this, he was driven out of his hometown, and basically became an outlaw, all because of his heritage.
The lady Adah. He became known as a bit of a fighter in the area. There were a number of skirmishes and wars going about at this time, and soon enough, Jephthah and his people found themselves being attacked by a people known as the Ammonities. Everyone in the area asked Jephthah to lead them into battle, and he agreed. He also agreed, that if he was victorious in this fight, he was willing to lead the people from there on out.
Just before battle our friend Jephthah made a bit of a boo-boo. He made a bargain with G-d, that if he was victorious in the battle, he would sacrifice whatever was the first thing to come out of his house when he returned.
Jephthah is victorious, and everyone is quite happy with the result. The celebration is short lived however, because the first thing that comes out of his house upon his return, is his daughter, called Adah in OES. After that time, Jephthah did as he vowed. Part of me really wonders if anyone read the stories of the women that were picked to be the star points. As you can imagine, this story carries a lot of controversy with it. Some versions say that she simply was banished to the mountains, or that she was to remain a virgin forever, but the majority of the versions agree that the sacrifice was made.
It was to signify that only the Word of God may direct the individual in the right way in which to go. Jewel: The turquoise or the blue sapphire are used to represent the virtues of Adah. Her life is representative of the early womanhood of life. The story of Adah challenges each of us to carry throughout our lives, the innocence and sweetness of a young girl and to approach our live problems with the enthusiasm and willingness as Adah approached the problems she had to face.
Emblem: The emblem for Adah is the Sword and Veil. It represents the concept that the sword must sometimes be taken up in the defense of right and in the performance of duty. The second of the Star Point heroines. It is said, as Christ, the Lily of the Valley, left his heavenly home and His Father to serve humankind on earth, so Ruth left her home and people to serve her fellow man in strange and unfamiliar country.
Jewel: The yellow Topaz which is very rare is the jewel dedicated to Ruth. Season: Ruth represents the summer season. The time of growing and maturing of life itself. The story of Ruth challenges each of us to serve our fellow man and to extend the hand of friendship to those in need. Emblem: The sheaf is the emblem dedicated to Ruth. It represents the collective worth of many small deeds of kindness which are done for the sake of another.
Esther is the Third Star Point Heroine. Shares lesson of Loyalty to Family and Friends. White: The color white is appropriate to Esther because though crowned a queen, was beautiful and wealthy, she succeeded in remaining pure, upright, and simple. Her life and actions were free from blemish in every way. White Lily: The beautiful white lily symbolizes purity and peace. Eastern Star is a social order comprised of persons with spiritual values, but it is not a religion.
Eastern Star Rings. The Order of the Eastern Star emblem is a five pointed star. Ths five pointed star is featured on the rings we sell in silver or gold.
The Order of the Eastern Star was founded in and is open to men and women. Some reasons why both men and women join the Order of the Eastern Star : To Share Friendship and Fellowship Help those in need in our community or around the world Patriotism Generosity of time, spirit and energy Strong Values A consistent arena for having fun and fellowship with like minded people in your area, your. Eastern Star strives to take good people, through uplifting and elevating associations of love and service as well as through precept and example, to build an Order which is truly dedicated to Charity, Truth and Loving Kindness.
Jephthah led the Israelites in battle against Ammon and, in exchange for defeating the Ammonites , made a vow to sacrifice whatever would come out of the door of his house first.
External links. Freemasonry , the teachings and practices of the secret fraternal men-only order of Free and Accepted Masons , the largest worldwide secret society. Members — either active for three 3 years or majority — of the International Order of Job's Daughters or of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, each of whom having attained at least the age of eighteen 18 years, are eligible to membership in the Order of the Eastern Star.
It was intended to be a higher degree in the Order of the Eastern Star. Amaranth was to be a third degree , and Eastern Star and Queen of the South were to be the first and second degrees. They are now completely separate organizations. Become a Freemason and make more of life Make your own commitment to the best life you can live. Develop your skills and understanding through both structured processes and friendly support. Meet a respectful group of like-minded men from many different backgrounds and enjoy dedicated brotherly support.
As a man completes each phase of learning, the lodge holds a ceremony to confer his degree.
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