This is George Washington in his younger years... a powerful man...
Before we look at those I want to share with you, something to think about as we have the up-and-coming elections. In 1789 one of the first acts of the first Congress, was to pass the clear and concise wording for the Oath or Affirmation of office in compliance with Article VI of our Constitution.
Background... George Washington was administered this Oath or Affirmation of office, in accordance with Article II Section 1, on April 29th 1789 ... he added "So help me God."
And then he said the following:
"I shall take my present leave; but not without resorting once more to the benign Parent of the human race, in humble supplication, that since He has been pleased to favor the American people with opportunities for deliberating in perfect tranquillity, and dispositions for deciding with unparalleled unanimity on a form of Government for the security of their union, and the advancement of their happiness, so his divine blessing may be equally conspicuous in the enlarged views, the temperate consultations and the wise measures, on which the success of this government must depend."
I truly hope that one day soon, the Oath or Affirmation will again return to having deep meaning to our elected official. (In God I Trust.)
George Washington, regarding the "Power will always be in the people":
"The power under the Constitution will always be in the people. It is entrusted for certain defined purposes, and for a certain limited period, to representatives of their own choosing: and whenever it is executed contrary to their interest, or not agreeable to their wishes, their servants can, and undoubtedly will, be recalled."
Wow... history repeats itself, this very thing that George Washington proclaimed is happening now, today across our great nation. People are speaking up and educating themselves, they are becoming focused and that focus is upon the Constitution and what it embodies. They are making choices and holding their representatives accountable for their actions while in office. The message couldn't be any more clear... do the will of the people, return to the blueprint of the Constitution, which is what secures our Democracy and prosperity across our nation.
He also said, while addressing the Constitutional Convention Delegates:
"If, to please the people, we offer what we ourselves disapprove, how can we afterwards defend our work? Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair. The event is in the hand of God."
Be true to thine own self. Raise your standards, if you are aren't being honest with yourself, or you are following along like sheep... step aside and take a moment to reconnect with what your truth is. What is your faith and how do you believe you can conduct yourself in an honorable manner? What action(s) can you take in your life that represent that core truth within you? Parents teach by their own actions and deeds. Words fall upon deaf ears, but they watch your every move to see what your truth is. The Constitution is the road map for the destination of this Democratic nation. Are you focused on what your goal is? What is your destination? If you have no idea, that's OK... as long as you're honest about that to yourself and then take action to educate yourself about it and to clarify your destination. Once you have clarity, a sense of purpose and guidance from your Divine Providence it will bring you peace and open the way for you to conduct your life in a manner that is harmonious with your beliefs.
A few more quotes from Washington, then we're going to begin to really understand our Constitution. I took the time to share the quotes from the founding fathers, because I wanted you to begin to feel what they felt as they carefully laid out the plan.
About our youth and their education Washington said:
"A primary object...should be the education of our youth in the science of government. In a republic, what species of knowledge can be equally important? And what duty more pressing... than communicating it to those who are to be the future guardians of the liberties of the country?"
For our Democracy's survival, we MUST raise the quality of education and place the strongest emphasis upon how important education is to our survival. Whether you have children or not, our nation will one day be at the mercy of our children and what course they choose to take. He couldn't have said it better!
Washington said in his farewell address:
"Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human happiness, these firmest props of the duties of men and citizens.... Let it simply be asked, where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligation desert the oaths which are the instruments of investigation in courts of justice?"
In my next post, we will begin to go through the Constitution and look at it, digest it and begin to see why it is so important that we understand it and keep it ever alive and well, guiding us as a great Democracy and Nation.
Here is what George Washington said regarding the adoption of the Constitution:
"...it will demonstrate as visibly the finger of Providence as any possible event in the course of human affairs can ever designate it."
Next... Article I of the Constitution of the United States
Till then,
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