ay God protect our flag, and all who honor it.
I
never knew all of this about the Flag Draped Coffin and most likely
most of you haven't either.....it is really an interesting article.
"The Meaning of the Flag Draped Coffin"
"The Meaning of the Flag Draped Coffin"
Meaning of Flag Draped Coffin
All
Americans should be given this lesson. Those who think that America is
an arrogant nation should really reconsider that thought. Our founding
fathers used GOD's word and teachings to establish our Great Nation and I
think it's high time Americans get re-educated about this Nation's
history.
Pass
it along and be proud of the country we live in and even more proud of
those who serve to protect our 'GOD GIVEN' rights and freedoms.
I hope you take the time to read this ... To understand what the flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to understand the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered to so many widows and widowers.
I hope you take the time to read this ... To understand what the flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to understand the flag that laid upon it and is surrendered to so many widows and widowers.
Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?
Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays
meticulous attention to correctly folding the United States of America
Flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13
colonies, but we learn something new every day!
The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.
The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.
The
3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing the
ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of the country
to attain peace throughout the world.
The
4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens
trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in
time of war for His divine guidance.
The
5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen
Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always
be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'
The
6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that
they pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America , and
the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible,
with Liberty and Justice for all.
The
7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed
Forces that they protect their country and their flag against all her
enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of their
republic.
The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
The
9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been
through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character
of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The
10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons
and daughters for the defense of their country since they were first
born.
The
11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and
King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham,
Isaac and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
The
13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are
uppermost reminding them of their Nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'
After
the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance
of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under
General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under
Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and
shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them
the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy today.
There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning.
In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.
Share this with the children you love and all others who love what is referred to, the symbol of ' Liberty and Freedom.'
MAYBE
THE SUPREME COURT SHOULD READ THIS EXPLANATION BEFORE THEY RENDER THEIR
DECISION ON THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. FORWARD IT; MAYBE SOMEONE WITH
THE NECESSARY POWER, OR POLITICAL AND FINANCIAL INFLUENCE, WILL GET IT
TO THEM.
IN THE MEANTIME, MAY GOD PROTECT US ALWAYS.
ONE NATION, UNDER GOD, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL.
