"In God we Trust" turns 50 (younger than bush...) - bush "Divine plan"

[The Straight Story]

50th Anniversary of Our National Motto, "In God We Trust," 2006

A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America

On the 50th anniversary of our national motto, "In God We Trust," we reflect on these words that guide millions of Americans, recognize the blessings of the Creator, and offer our thanks for His great gift of liberty.

From its earliest days, the United States has been a Nation of faith. During the War of 1812, as the morning light revealed that the battle torn American flag still flew above Fort McHenry, Francis Scott Key penned, "And this be our motto: 'In God is our trust!'" His poem became our National Anthem, reminding generations of Americans to "Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation." On July 30, 1956, President Dwight Eisenhower signed the law officially establishing "In God We Trust" as our national motto.

Today, our country stands strong as a beacon of religious freedom. Our citizens, whatever their faith or background, worship freely and millions answer the universal call to love their neighbor and serve a cause greater than self.

As we commemorate the 50th anniversary of our national motto and remember with thanksgiving God's mercies throughout our history, we recognize a divine plan that stands above all human plans and continue to seek His will.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/07/20060727-12.html

[Warren DeMontague]

1. Yeah. Just a little over the 50th Anniversary of the McCarthy Era, too.

Strange coincidence.

How about these chowderheads find where "God" is mentioned in the United States Constitution.
Guess that was just an accidental "oversight" on the part of Madison, Jefferson, et. al.

Oh yeah, I forgot- that's one document they're not terribly familiar with, at the White House, these days.

[The Straight Story]

2. I think they are usually thinking about the Decl. Of Independence

Which does mention God :) (and says all men were created)

The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies
In CONGRESS, July 4, 1776

The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America,

When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation.

[Warren DeMontague]

3. A) The Declaration of Independence is meaningless from a US Govt

legal standpoint, as you are no doubt aware.

B) It talks about "Nature's God" - a clear nod to Jefferson's Deisim, I would think. - had they wanted to single out JHVH or Jesus or some specific deity, they certainly could have done so.

But, the Declaration of Independence certainly *is* one thing that the Founding Fathers Wrote. They wrote lots of things. Here are some fun Jefferson Quotes:

http://www.nobeliefs.com/jefferson.htm

[The Straight Story]

4. Indeed, I am aware, which is why I stated 'they'

Meaning those on the religious right who put god into everything :)

I am sure their beliefs helped them in some ways in forming their opinions - including keeping church seperated from state and freedom of religion.

[Warren DeMontague]

5. Absolutely. Would that our current leaders had one thousandth

that level of insight.

[MADem]

6. Yeah, but what year did they add the codicil "All others pay cash?" NT