What is the secret meaning behind the sorority gamma phi beta?

Answer 1

“Knowledge is the light of life” is the secret motto of Gamma Phi Beta and it is never to be written or spoken above a whisper. The 3 letters, ΓΦβ, each represent a Greek Word. Gamma is the initial letter of the Greek word “gnosis for “Knowledge” or “education”; Phi is the initial letter of the Greek word “philios” meaning “love” or “friendship”; Beta is the initial letter of the Greek word “bios” meaning “life”. When combined it forms the secret motto and signifies Gamma Phi Beta's core values of “Love, Labor, Learning, and Loyalty”. Essentially— that education and friendship constitute the basis of a full and happy life.

“Love In ΠKE” is used as a signature when corresponding with other initiated Gamma Phi Beta members. Instead of just saying love you, Gamma Phi's write this acronym to express the importance that they are more than just friends; they are sisters in love and light.

The Crest has many individual components, including the Oil Lamp of Wisdom, Signature Book, Crescent Moon, Greek letters and Pink Carnations.

The Greek Oil Lamp of Wisdom on the top of the crest represents the fire or light these women have for Knowledge and Education.

The Book in the upper right of the Crest represents the ‘eternal book’ where every sister signs her name to be initiated into the halls of Gamma Phi Beta.

The Sorority symbol (bottom right on the crest) is the Waxing Crescent Moon which represents the growth of the Sorority's membership on the chapter and international level.

Underneath the crest, a ribbon displays the Greek letters separated by four dots “•Γ•Φ•β•” for the four founders.

The 3 Pink Carnations with 4 leaves represent the 3 stages of Sorority Life (Pledge, Active, Alumni) and the 4 leaves represent the founders.

The secret handshake is completed by each sister extending the right pointer finger onto the other sister's wrist.

On the Gamma Phi Beta Badge, one of the ‘symbols' is the Hebrew word "ארבע". This is the Hebrew word for "four". Representing the four founders (Helen M. Dodge, Frances E. Haven, Adeline Curtis, Mary A. Bingham) of the sorority the Hebrew alphabet letters read from right to left, ALEPH DALET VET AYIN. The non-Latin characters in the mark transliterate to "ARBA" and this means "FOUR" in English.

Answer 2

Ah, the Gamma Phi Beta sorority! Just like a happy little tree, each sorority has its own unique symbols and traditions that bring its members together. The secret meaning behind Gamma Phi Beta is something special shared by its members, creating a bond that lasts a lifetime. Embrace the sisterhood and let your colors shine bright like a beautiful sunset on a calm lake.

Answer 3

Good luck finding ANYTHING out! They keep these secrets for life. I really want to know some of this stuff. Some people need to grow up and realize they aren't in college anymore. ;) Just sayin...

Answer 4

The White Initiation Robe worn during the Initiation Service symbolizes humility and light. White leads us on our way to knowledge - our quest to learn more about the meaning of Gamma Phi Beta. The Gamma Phi Beta colors of light brown and dark brown symbolize the sunlight and shadows of life. They signify the allegiance of the sisterly love that multiplies our joys and divides our griefs. The white Fillet is worn only by Initiated Sisters during the Ritual Initiation Service. It symbolizes devotion to principles and ideals through unobstructed vision. The blindfold is worn by initiates or "Neophytes". During the mystic circle in closing exercise, the last initiated member of the most recently initiated new member class is the last to stand at the open end opposite of the chapter president. The mystic circle is an open circle; signifying the immortal circle of the sisterhood. A symbol of eternity and all those who have come before and have yet to come. Each one counts herself loyal to the faith. The Chapter President raises her left hand to extend to all sisters who have come before. When a member wishes to speak during the meeting and only initiated members are present, she says this to address the president, "Madam Presbyta". Our signature of IIKE, symbolizing our signature has this meaning: faith and goodwill "Pee-stee keh ev-knee-uh" What is the significance of the sign and countersign? The sign means that things of the spirit are not talked about, but are lived. The placement of the hands in the countersign symbolizes that we lock our secrets in our hearts and the circled arms signify completeness. The handshake is completed by putting one pointer finger each on the other sisters' wrist. The knock is 2 knocks, 1 knock, 2 knocks. This is the significance of our open motto: Founded On A Rock... What is that all endeavors of worth that are to ensure must be built upon a firm foundation. This Hebrew word, Arba, written on the Gamma Phi Beta badge, is symbolic of the founders and complete growth The Chaplet (crown) of pink carnations is worn by the chapter president during The Processional and The Pinning Ceremony, symbolizing noble achievement. Those who rest on spiritual teaching for guidance are crowned with noble achievement. The crescent moon of our sorority always faces to the left because the left-facing waxing moon is a new moon at the start of the cycle and is growing. A right-waning moon is slowly disappearing The four "walls" surrounding the Temple of Gamma Phi Beta (during initiation service) are the Request for Admission, Processional, Tableaux, and Pinning Ceremony. The entrance to Gamma Phi Beta is the door, it signifies the oneness of purpose and stability. During the request for admission, The Goat Song, written in 1880, is sung. The song can symbolize the taking away of sins and leaving people cleansed, temple building, and wandering singers. In early times the goat was the object upon whose head a sense of the people were symbolically placed. Then, he was allowed to escape into the wilderness bearing their blame, while taking the sins of the people with him, leaving them cleansed and renewed. The most important article of furniture in the Temple of Gamma Phi Beta is the Altar where sacred vows are taken-- her hidden secrets can only be revealed hereafter signing your name into the halls of Gamma Phi Beta. During The Tableaux during Initiation, the sisters playing the Founders wear these four symbolized colors of robes. truth blue, love pink, faith yellow, life green. "The scholar" Helen M Dodge The "artist" Frances E Haven The "friend" E Adeline Curtis The "aristocrat" Mary A Bingham The carnation was chosen because it's the longest-lasting flower but it wasn't Pink officially til the mid 1900s. Response to when the president says "Let us bear constantly in mind the secret motto of our order... And prove to the world we are (Greek phrase pronounced like) "Theh-mel-ee-o-men-eh Pet-rah" (founded upon a rock) Members response to "May our crescent ever prove a symbol" ... What is "of the growth of our sorority" The first phrase said when in the Mystic Circle: "I promise to be each member of the sisterhood a true and constant friend, ever loyal to the bonds of Gamma Phi Beta." The Pinning Ceremony section of the Initiation Service represents an initiate’s promise of lifelong fidelity to the Sorority in return for the privilege of wearing a Gamma Phi Beta badge Where EXACTLY is the Gamma Phi Beta badge worn? Place the thumb of the right hand at the base of the throat, placing the pin where the little finger falls over the heart.

Answer 5

This is something only a sister would know.