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Date Posted: 03/22/03 8:58:30am
Author: CB
Subject: What the Folds of the Flag mean

Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to
correctly folding the American 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 our flag is a symbol of life.

The 2nd fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.

The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our
ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to
attain peace throughout the world.

The 4th 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 5th fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen
Decaur, "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 our hearts lie. It is with our heart that We
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 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 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 others. 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 our 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
us of our nation's motto, "In God We Trust."

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