Nationalism. See that we are not disturbed by idlers.
(Returns to the center.)
Aleph Godol, the chapter/council/region is safe from
intrusion. (Aleph S’gan remains standing.)
Aleph Godol: Aleph S’gan, why did you seek admission
to this Order?
Aleph S’gan: To join with those Jews who have dedicated
their youth to clean living that they may become manly men.
(Aleph S’gan is seated.)
Aleph Godol: Aleph Mazkir, what are the qualifications for
membership?
Aleph Mazkir: (Rises) To be the son of a Jew, of good
moral character and to be filled with a desire to be helpful.
(Aleph Mazkir is seated.)
Aleph Godol: Aleph Shotare Katone, you will present to
our chapter/council/region the colors of our country.
Aleph Shotare Katone: (Rises) Aleph Godol, I have the
honor to present to the chapter/council/region the colors
of our countries.
(Shotare Katone presents necessary colors).
Aleph Godol: Aleph Kohen Godol, you will lead us in prayer.
(Aleph Godol stands and raps the gavel three times—all
rise and cover their heads.)
Aleph Kohen Godol: Our Father, who art in Heaven
and in our hearts, we humbly ask Thee to help us to be
worthy sons of Thee; to lead clean lives, to think clean
thoughts and to do decent deeds. Help us to be good
Jews, loyal countrymen, honorable comrades, worthy of
the commendation of all good men.
Aleph Godol: I now declare _________________, chapter/
region number _____, of the Aleph Zadik Aleph of BBYO
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