Disputes, when by any chance they arise, are referred to the arbitration of our chiefs, who never consider their work done till the disputants are cordially reconciled.

Envy, the most dangerous source of ill-will among men, can hardly exist among us.
Rank has been well earned by its holder, or in a few cases by his ancestors; and authority is a trust never to be used for its holder's benefit.

Wealth never provokes covetousness, since no member is ever allowed to be poor.

Not only the Order but each member is bound to take every opportunity of assisting every other by every method within his power.

We employ them, we promote them, we give them the preference in every kind of patronage at our command.