Laws
We have two forms of the Big Lodge Laws, either of which may be accepted in the requirement for Wayseeker.
The first is shorter, and is used when one individual is to recite all 12 laws. It is as follows:
The Law reciter kindles a torch at the Central Fire, and with it lights the First Lamp:
“From the Great Central Fire, I light this, the Lamp of Beauty. From it are these three rays:
- 1. Be clean; both yourself and the place you live in.
- 2. Understand and respect your body. It is the Temple of the Spirit.
- 3. Be the friend of all harmless wild life. Conserve the woods and flowers, and especially be ready to fight wild-fire in forest or in town.
“From the Great Central Fire, I light this, the Lamp of Truth. (He lights the Second Lamp). From it are these three rays:
- 4. Word of honor is sacred.
- 5. Play fair; foul play is treachery.
- 6. Be reverent. Worship the Great Spirit, and respect all worship of Him by others.
“From the Great Central Fire, I light this, the Lamp of Fortitude. (He lights the Third Lamp). From it are these three rays:
- 7. Be brave. Courage is the noblest of all attainments.
- 8. Be silent while your elders are speaking and otherwise show them deference.
- 9. Obey. Obedience is the first duty of the Woodcrafter.
“From the Great Central Fire, I light this, the Lamp of Love. (He lights the Fourth Lamp). From it are these three rays:
- 10. Be kind. Do at least one act of unbargaining service each day.
