Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Assembly #762 at 100 Euclid Avenue, Middletown, NY 10940 US - Emblems of the Fourth Degree
| Emblems of the Fourth Degree |
The Dove - classic symbol of the Holy Spirit and Peace - is shown hovering over the orb of the earth (Globe). Both objects are mounted on a variation of the Crusader's Cross - that which was found on the tunics and capes of the Crusading Knights who battled to regain the Holy Land from the pagans. Our Honored Order cherishes as its patron Christopher Columbus.
Christopher - Christ Bearer The Globe - God the Father, Creator of the Universe The colors of the symbols are: A blue Globe with the lands of the Western Hemisphere in white. Red, white and blue are the colors of the flag of the United States, the country in which our Order originated; and are used to stress the basic principle of the Fourth Degree . . . PATRIOTISM. Considered under a religious aspect, we have the honor and privilege of wearing on our swords and our lapels the sacred symbol of the Most Blessed Trinity. This should always remind us to live a good Christian life, and that we should never bring dishonor on the emblem we have been privileged to wear. By this, others may see our good works, through which we will glorify our Holy Religion, our Honored Order and our Beloved Country.
Columbus - Dove of Peace, symbolizing the Paraclete.
The Cross - God the Son, Redeemer of Mankind
The Dove - God the Holy Spirit, Sanctifier of Humanity
A red Cross with gold borders, and gold knobs at the end of the points forming the ends of the arms of the Cross (also known as the Isabella Cross).
A white dove.
A special Emblem for the Fourth Degree was created in honor of its 100th birthday which was celebrated in the year 2000. It has the traditional Fourth Degree emblem surounded by the flags of all the nations that the Fourth Degree has membership in. They include: Canada, Dominican Republic, The Philippines, Mexico, the Territory of Puerto Rico, Guatemala, and the United States of America. Since the centennial, Cuba has been added to this list.