"...it would be peculiarly improper to omit in this first official Act, my fervent supplications to that Almighty Being who rules over the Universe,who presides in the Councils of Nations,and whose providential aids can supply every human defect,that His benediction may consecrate to the liberties and happiness of the People of the United States,a Government instituted by themselves for these essential purposes: and may enable every instrument employed in its administration to execute with success,the functions allotted to His charge."
(from George Washington's April 30,1789 Inaugural address).
Some things to remember as you read the above which contains a type of English that may not be familiar to many people these days: when you read the word supply--think substitute or overcome--- benediction,think blessing-and finally---the word consecrate--to make holy.
With that said, I wonder if we'll hear anything like the above quote this coming January,2009 when the new President is inaugurated? Washington and the other Founding Fathers regularly acknowledged, gave thanks,and reached out to Our Lord through public proclamations and prayer.And never a mention back then of the separation of Church and State.
(from George Washington's April 30,1789 Inaugural address).
Some things to remember as you read the above which contains a type of English that may not be familiar to many people these days: when you read the word supply--think substitute or overcome--- benediction,think blessing-and finally---the word consecrate--to make holy.
With that said, I wonder if we'll hear anything like the above quote this coming January,2009 when the new President is inaugurated? Washington and the other Founding Fathers regularly acknowledged, gave thanks,and reached out to Our Lord through public proclamations and prayer.And never a mention back then of the separation of Church and State.
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