Dream Theater - A Rite of Passage lyrics

Since the new world order
Played upon our fears spreading accusations
Of radical ideas the brotherhood of wisdom
Strength and dignity it's rituals and secrets
Remain a mystery

Beneath an 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 faith
Philosophers and leaders
Are members of the trade bound by open honor
Like the rose and cross an enigmatic union
Of esoteric thought

Beneath an 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, a new life has begun
A rite of passage