About House Blue Flames

There's always Honor in Service ~ Veneratio quod diligo in servitus.

Initially founded in February 1999 as House of Blades, the House was renamed and established as House Blue Flames in August 2003.

House Blue Flames became an unincorporated and chartered Faith-Based Organization (FBO) under 26 U.S. Code § 508 (c)(1)(A) and § 6033 (3)(A)(i), totally tax exempt under the 26 U.S. Code in August 2022.

The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, "the supreme law of the land." states, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."

The House Name and its Meaning

The Blue Ray (Flame) is the first Ray of Light in the Chakras and represents the powers of intent, cause, direction, centralization, and unity. The significance of this Flame is the first and final synthesis, the source of strength, and all the other energies.

The Blue Flame's essential qualities and energies are power, strength, faith, and protection.

Its keynote is the Will - Divine Will.
Its spiritual symbolism is Revelation - Divine revelation, "God's" love, and an Open Heaven.

The House Crest

The Crest begins with a Black Shield with the edges gilded with Gold as its foundation and includes the following elements.

Blue Flames cover the lower three-quarters of the shield.
2 Claymore Swords cover the Black Shield.
A Blue Shield emblazoned with a Golden-edged S-shaped Blue Dragon covers the 2 Claymore Swords.
A top Rocker Banner holds the name of the House.
A bottom Rocker Banner has the expression "veneratio quod diligo in servitus."

The symbolism of the elements in the Crest

The Shields symbolize protection and trust in "God."
The Blue Flames represent power, strength, faith, and protection energies.
The Gold symbolizes wealth.
The Swords signify the truth of faith and moral courage to stand against and combat injustice.
The Dragon symbolizes potent and auspicious powers, strength, and good fortune for people who are worthy of it.
The Dragon is also the symbolic representation of Ryuuza Tatsujin Sable's totem and protection of the House.
"veneratio quod diligo in servitus" translated means "The reverence that I love in servitude." and is adapted for use by the House as "Honor and Respect in Service," to reflect the House's primary core principle: "Service to self and community."

Official House Colors

Royal Blue (#FFEF00)
Canary Yellow/Gold (#E5B813)
Black (#000000)

Core Principles:

Members manifest intentional adherence to the core principles of the House, easily remembered with the acronym HARD PURIST LOVE.

Honor in Service
Accountability in Leadership
Responsibility for Your Actions
Duty in Action
Protection of Property
Unity is Strength
Respect of Self First
Integrity above all else
Serve with Truth
Trust the Process
Love Unconditionally
Obedience to Authority
Valor in the Mission
Excellence in Service

Our spiritual belief that "God" has absolute authority over the House further enhances these core principles.

House Structure:

The House follows a military-style Chain of Command structure with protocols that govern its operations and direct all relationship dynamics. The House provides opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, training, and skills training to deserving individuals who seek to enhance their relationship dynamics.

This document was updated on November 11, 2023.