A Rite of Passage

A Rite of Passage - Dream Theater

Written by：John Myung/Jordan Rudess/Mike Portnoy

Since the new world order

Plagued upon our fears

Spreading accusations

Of radical ideas

The brotherhood of wisdom

Strength and dignity

Its rituals and secrets

Remain a mystery

Beneath the ever watchful eye

The angels of the temple fly

Turn the key walk through the gate

The great ascent to reach a higher state

A rite of passage

The final stage a sacred home

Unlock the door and lay the cornerstone

A rite of passage

Men of wealth and power

Influence and fame

Philosophers and leaders

All members of the trade

Bound by oath honor

Like the rose and cross

An enigmatic union

An esoteric thought

Beneath the ever watchful eye

The angels of the temple fly

Turn the key walk through the gate

The great ascent to reach a higher state

A rite of passage

The final stage a sacred home

Unlock the door and lay the cornerstone

A rite of passage

Turn the key walk through the gate

The great ascent to reach a higher state

A rite of passage

The seven stars the rising sun

A perfect world the new life has begun

A rite of passage