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The '''Decoration of Chivalry''' is a prestigious award conferred by the [[Independent Order of Odd Fellows]] (IOOF) to members who have demonstrated extraordinary service, moral character, and commitment to the principles of the order. It is one of the most distinguished honors a member can receive.
== Decoration of Chivalry ==


== Eligibility ==
The '''Decoration of Chivalry''' is conferred upon qualified members who have demonstrated outstanding meritorious service and meaningful civic or benevolent activity.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1.</ref>
The Decoration of Chivalry is typically awarded to members who have shown exemplary leadership, dedication, and contribution to the activities and growth of their lodge or the broader IOOF organization. Eligibility criteria may vary by jurisdiction.


== Appearance ==
== Qualifications ==
The decoration usually consists of a medallion or jewel worn on a ribbon, often featuring IOOF symbols such as the three interlocking links for Friendship, Love, and Truth. Designs may include additional motifs representing honor and chivalric virtues.


== Presentation ==
An applicant must:
Recipients are honored in formal ceremonies or lodge meetings, where the award is presented with due recognition of their accomplishments and service. A certificate or official document may accompany the decoration.
 
* Be a member in good standing of a Canton.
* Own a Full Dress Patriarchs Militant uniform.
* Have performed outstanding meritorious service in the Order.
* Have been active in civic or benevolent work in the community, helping those outside their family circle.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(A).</ref>
 
== Recommendations ==
 
A Canton may recommend one member annually for each fifty members, or fraction thereof.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(B)(1).</ref>
 
The recommending unit and the approving Canton must act by written ballot, requiring a three-fourths affirmative vote.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(B)(2).</ref>
 
== Approval Process ==
 
Favorably recommended applications are reviewed by the Department Commander.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(C)(1).</ref>
 
If approved, the recommendation must also receive a three-fourths vote of those present at the Department Council before the conferring of the Decoration is authorized.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(C)(2).</ref>
 
Where no Department Council exists, applications are forwarded to the Special Aide for review and then to the General Military Council for authorization.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(C)(3).</ref>
 
== Conferral ==
 
The Department Commander has sole authority to confer the Decoration, though that authority may be delegated to another officer, who must submit a prompt written report.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(D)(1).</ref>
 
No Decoration may be conferred unless obtained from a legal source.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(D)(2).</ref>
 
== Jewel ==
 
Members may contribute toward the cost of a jewel. A Canton or Department Council may also pay from its own funds, but the member recommended to receive the Decoration may not contribute toward the cost.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(D)(3).</ref>
 
Jewels may be obtained only in the following ways:
 
* Purchased through the Department Council.
* Purchased directly from the Sovereign Grand Lodge where no Department Council exists.
* Previously donated or bequeathed jewels, upon payment of the required recording fee to the Department Council.<ref>''SGL 2025 Code of Law'', Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(E).</ref>
 
== References ==
 
<references />


== Significance ==
The Decoration of Chivalry serves as a symbol of moral integrity, leadership, and distinguished service within the IOOF. It represents the highest standards of conduct and dedication among members.


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Decoration of Chivalry

The Decoration of Chivalry is conferred upon qualified members who have demonstrated outstanding meritorious service and meaningful civic or benevolent activity.[1]

Qualifications

An applicant must:

  • Be a member in good standing of a Canton.
  • Own a Full Dress Patriarchs Militant uniform.
  • Have performed outstanding meritorious service in the Order.
  • Have been active in civic or benevolent work in the community, helping those outside their family circle.[2]

Recommendations

A Canton may recommend one member annually for each fifty members, or fraction thereof.[3]

The recommending unit and the approving Canton must act by written ballot, requiring a three-fourths affirmative vote.[4]

Approval Process

Favorably recommended applications are reviewed by the Department Commander.[5]

If approved, the recommendation must also receive a three-fourths vote of those present at the Department Council before the conferring of the Decoration is authorized.[6]

Where no Department Council exists, applications are forwarded to the Special Aide for review and then to the General Military Council for authorization.[7]

Conferral

The Department Commander has sole authority to confer the Decoration, though that authority may be delegated to another officer, who must submit a prompt written report.[8]

No Decoration may be conferred unless obtained from a legal source.[9]

Jewel

Members may contribute toward the cost of a jewel. A Canton or Department Council may also pay from its own funds, but the member recommended to receive the Decoration may not contribute toward the cost.[10]

Jewels may be obtained only in the following ways:

  • Purchased through the Department Council.
  • Purchased directly from the Sovereign Grand Lodge where no Department Council exists.
  • Previously donated or bequeathed jewels, upon payment of the required recording fee to the Department Council.[11]

References

  1. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1.
  2. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(A).
  3. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(B)(1).
  4. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(B)(2).
  5. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(C)(1).
  6. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(C)(2).
  7. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(C)(3).
  8. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(D)(1).
  9. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(D)(2).
  10. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(D)(3).
  11. ↑ SGL 2025 Code of Law, Chapter XXXV, Sec. 1(E).
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