I, ____ in the presence of God and this lodge of Elks, do solemnly promise and swear that I will never reveal any of the confidential matters of this Order which have been, or may hereafter be, committed to my charge and keeping.
I will support the Constitution, and obey the statutes, rules and regulations of this Order, and the by-laws of Aberdeen Lodge, No. 593 and those of any other lodge of which I may hereafter become a member.
I will uphold the Constitution and laws of the United States of America.
I will propose no one for membership in this Order whom I do not sincerely believe to be worthy thereof.
I will ballot for a worthy candidate and against an unworthy candidate when proposed by another.
I will not permit any political, sectarian or personal prejudice to influence me in the slightest degree in the exercise of my right of franchise in the Order.
I will obey any lawful summons sent me by any competent authority of the Order.
I will never apply to the courts for redress in any matter concerning the Order, without first appealing to the councils of the Order.
I will never reveal to anyone, not an Elk, the name of a member asking or receiving aid or relief from the Order.
I will not, directly or indirectly, use my membership in this Order, nor any emblem, insignia or sign thereof, for business or commercial purposes.
I will never introduce into the Order anything of a political or sectarian character, nor in any way by my conduct bring reproach upon it.
I will always protect our members, their good names and their families; and I will always respect and defend the purity and sanctity of their homes and firesides.