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13 folds for the US flag -meaning?
Did you know that US flag is folded 13 times and each fold represents something?
Wed Mar 01, 2006 6:58 am
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Joined: 25 Feb 2006 Posts: 91 Location: the paddleless glassbottom ark
Well i knew they folded the flag a certain way,
but 13 times all having meaning is pretty much new to me..
somehow it doesn't surprise me much though..
here's the explanation i found:
Quote:
The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life.
The second fold is a symbol of our belief the eternal life.
The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veteran
departing our ranks who gave a portion of life for the defense
of our country to attain a peace throughout the world.
The fourth fold represents our 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 fifth fold is a tribute to our 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."
[this one ^ sort of sums up the attitude, don't it?]
The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie.
It is with our heart that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America,
and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces,
for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies,
whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic.
The eighth 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, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother's Day.
The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood;
for it has been through their faith, love, loyalty and devotion
that the character of the men and women who have made this country great have been molded.
The tenth fold is a tribute to the father,
for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense
of our country since they were first born.
The eleventh fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen
represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon,
and glorifies in their eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen,
represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes,
God the Father, the Son, and Holy Ghost.
When the flag is completely folded,
the stars are uppermost reminding us of our national 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 us the rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today."
a melancholy tribute to the great state...
some actually pretty nice meanings or causes to pledge to i suppose,
womanhood's a good thing to mention since it so often is not.
to the great state...