What will i do next. I already submit my petition paper
Once submitted, a petition for initiation must be recommended by two members 1 and read at a regular communication of the lodge 1. It is then referred to an investigating committee of three members, who spend at least one month inquiring into the applicant's moral, physical, intellectual, and political qualifications, as well as his reputation and capacity 1.
The committee presents its findings at the next regular communication 1. If their report is unfavorable, the applicant is considered rejected immediately, as an adverse finding renders a ballot unnecessary 1.
If the report is favorable, the lodge proceeds to a secret ballot at a regular meeting 1. The Senior Deacon prepares the ballot box, which is inspected by the Junior and Senior Wardens to confirm the voting compartment is empty before it is placed upon the altar 2. Every member present is expected to vote and cannot be excused except by unanimous consent 12. Members advance individually to the altar, give the proper Masonic salutation to the Master, and deposit a ballot 2. Strict secrecy is maintained throughout, and members are forbidden to reveal, inquire into, or discuss how anyone voted 21.
The ballot box is subsequently inspected by the Wardens and the Master 2. Unanimity is generally required to elect the candidate, though some historical regulations permitted up to three negative votes 2. If a single black ball appears on the first ballot, the Master may order an immediate second ballot to eliminate potential error 2. If a black ball remains on the second test, or if two or more appear initially, the petition is declared rejected, the result is recorded by the Secretary, and notice is given to the Grand Lodge 2. If the box is entirely clear, the applicant is declared duly elected 2.
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