My Dear Brethren,
Fraternal Greetings to you!
Welcome to the web site of District Grand Conclave of Western India under the Grand Conclave in India or the Order of Secret Monitor or Brotherhood of David and Jonathan in India. Its ceremonials are based on the Old Testament story of the lifelong friendship between David and Jonathan. The Order has been present in India for more than 125 years until 2013, under the Order of the Secret Monitor or Brotherhood of David and Jonathan in the British Isles and its Districts and Conclaves Overseas.
Unique to the Order of the Secret Monitor are the four Visiting Deacons whose special duties also distinguish this Order from any other in Freemasonry, and reflecting the sacred nature of their caring role they are seated at the corners of what is designated the Holy Ground or Magen David in a Conclave. Magen David refers to the 'Shield of David' and the two interlaced triangles thereon.
These two interlaced golden triangles, also known as the Seal of Solomon, were traditionally set above the Throne of King David in Jerusalem and are said to represent our two-fold nature, spiritual and material, which shape our lives and destinies. The arrows are emblematic of man in his uncivilised state, relying on his own resources.
The Grand Conclave in India was constituted on the 14th December, 2013 and M.Wy.Bro.Madhavan Chellappa was installed as the Most Worthy the Grand Supreme Ruler. A total number of about 69 Conclaves came under its control and many more are being consecrated.
Yours forever,
R. Wy. Bro. Vishwanath Nayak
District Grand Supreme Ruler