From which direction did the travelers come?

• A. The West
• B. The East
• C. The North
• D. The South

Answer: (B)

In this scene, the Travelers are described as arriving from the East, which ties directly to the ritual’s use of light and beginning. The East is traditionally the source of illumination and the place where the Great Light first appears, so having the Travelers come from there signals their entrance into the temple through the origin of understanding and truth. Their coming from the East also fits the ritual flow, as initiates and participants often advance from the East toward the center or altar, symbolizing moving toward enlightenment and service.

The other directions aren’t indicated as their starting point in this portion of the ritual, which is why the East is the correct choice.