A Few of FR's Finest...Every Day...05-19-04...Laus Deo!

Aquamarine

[Aquamarine]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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On the aluminum cap atop the Washington Monument in Washington, DC are two words: Laus Deo. No one can see these words. In fact ... most visitors to the monument have no idea they are even there and ... for that matter ... probably could care less! But there they are .... 555 feet, 5.125 inches high ... perched atop the monument to the father of our nation ... overlooking the 69 square miles which comprise the District of Columbia ... capital of the United States of America. Laus Deo!

Two seemingly insignificant, unnoticed words ... out of sight and, one might think, out of mind ... but very meaningfully placed at the highest point over what is the most powerful city in the world. And what might those two words . comprised of just four syllables and only seven letters ... mean? Very simply ... "Praise be to God!"

Though construction of this giant obelisk began in 1848 when James Polk was President of the United States, it was not until 1888 that the monument was inaugurated and opened to the public. It took twenty-five years to finally cap the memorial with the tribute Laus Deo! Praise be to God!

From atop this magnificent granite and marble structure ... a visitor can take in the beautiful panoramic view of the city with its division into four major segments. And from that vantage point one can also easily see the original plan of the designer, Pierre Charles l'Enfant ... a perfect cross imposed upon the landscape . with the White House to the North .... the Jefferson Memorial to the South . the Capitol to the East ... and the Lincoln Memorial to the West. A cross .... you say? How interesting! And ... no doubt ... intended to carry a meaning for those who bother to notice. Praise be to God!

Within the monument itself are 898 steps and 50 landings. As one climbs the steps and pauses at the landings the memorial stones share a message. On the 12th Landing is a prayer offered by the City of Baltimore; on the 20th is a memorial presented by some Chinese Christians; on the 24th a presentation made by Sunday School children from New York and Philadelphia quoting Proverbs 10:7, Luke 18:16 and Proverbs 22:6. Praise be to God! When the cornerstone of the Washington Monument was laid on July 4th, 1848 deposited within it were many items including the Holy Bible presented by the Bible Society.

Praise be to God! Such was the discipline, the moral direction, the spiritual mood given by the founder and first President of our unique republic ... "one nation, under God." I am awed by Washington's prayer for America. Have you ever read it? Well now is your opportunity ... read on!

"Almighty God; We make our earnest prayer that Thou wilt keep the United States in Thy holy protection; that Thou wilt incline the hearts of the citizens to cultivate a spirit of subordination and obedience to government; and entertain a brotherly affection and love for one another and for their fellow citizens of the United States at large. And finally that Thou wilt most graciously be pleased to dispose us all to do justice, to love mercy, and to demean ourselves with that charity, humility, and pacific temper of mind which were the characteristics of the Divine Author of our blessed religion, and without a humble imitation of whose example in these things we can never hope to be a happy nation. Grant our supplication, we beseech Thee, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."

It is clear when one studies the history of our great nations that Washington's America was one of the few countries in all the world established under the guidance, direction and banner of Almighty God, to whom was given all praise, honor and worship by the great men who formed and fashioned her pivotal foundations. And when one stops to observe the inscriptions found in public places all over our nation's capitol... one will easily find the signature of God.

We are a nation under God! Laus Deo!!! Praise be to God!!! "Unless the Lord builds the house it's builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain." (Psalm 127:1)

The above text was taken from
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[Aquamarine]

I know you'll take lots of pictures to share with us when you get back. Hope you have a memorable time.

[bmwcyle]

Freep mail us when you are coming.

[The Thin Man]

Mornin' Aqua. I never knew about the "Laus Deo" inscription, that's wonderful.

You deserve a gold star for providing us with a *worthwhile* presentation! :-)

[DollyCali]

Will do. Am coordinating with visit from Brother/kids from Oklahoma City. who will also be going to DC. He was at Pentagon a few years ago in AF.. Another FReeper may be with us also. Trip planned for end June ~ mid July time frame.

[DollyCali]

Yes, lots of pictures... lots & lots..

:)

[dansangel]

In January of 1998, .45MAN took me to my first night launch - up close and personal. We went to Jetty Beach which is about 5 miles from the launch pad. It was the most breath-taking, spectacular sight I have seen in my whole life and will not forget it as long as I live.

We spread a blanket on the beach and sat in total darkness until lift-off. The beach was showered in bright light and I was *stunned* at how many people were there once I looked around during the take-off. People were stunned to silence and only started applauding minutes later.

Truly a God-given sight.

[The Mayor]

THE DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION IN A SINGLE ACTION-PACKED EVENING

6:00pm - Opening flag burning ceremony.
6:15pm - Opening secular prayers by Rev. Jesse Jackson and Rev. Al Sharpton.
6:30pm - Anti-war concert by Barbara Streisand.
6:40pm - Ted Kennedy proposes a toast.
7:00pm - Tribute theme to France.
7:10pm - Collect offerings for al-Zawahri defense fund.
7:25pm - Tribute theme to Germany.
7:45pm - Anti-war rally (Moderated by Michael Moore).
8:25pm - Ted Kennedy proposes a toast.
8:30pm - Terrorist appeasement workshop.
9:00pm - Gay marriage ceremony (both male and female couples).
9:30pm - * Intermission *
10:00pm - Posting the Iraqi Colors by Sean Penn and Tim Robbins.
10:10pm - Re-enactment of Kerry's fake medal toss.
10:20pm - Cameo by Dean 'Yeeearrrrrrrg!'
10:30pm - Abortion demonstration by N.A.R.A.L.
10:40pm - Ted Kennedy proposes a toast.
10:50pm - Pledge of allegiance to the UN.
11:00pm - Multiple gay marriage ceremony (threesomes, mixed and same sex).
11:15pm - Maximizing Welfare workshop.
11:30pm - 'Free Saddam' pep rally.
11:59pm - Ted Kennedy proposes a toast.
12:00am - Nomination of the democratic candidate.

[Aquamarine]

Thank you! No spelling errors? All that cracking of the whip (by you) around here must be paying off. :)

[Aquamarine]

What a great memory!
The moon launch was right after dawn broke. I slept on the hood of the car (stayed up all night) and was almost incoherent that morning but do remember that it was fascinating and everyone there was thrilled. LadyX was even there.

[Aquamarine]

ROTFL at Ted!

You forgot Booing the Boy Scouts....oh yeah, they already did that.

[dansangel]

How cool that you both were there together!

I've often wondered how many people on the beach the night that .45MAN and I went would somehow cross paths one day since people travel for miles to see such a wonderful sight.

[Mama_Bear]

I enjoyed this post so much, Aqua! Having lived in DC for six years while my dad was stationed at the Pentagon, I once knew the city like the back of my hand. Whenever friends and relatives would visit we would do the "monument tour" again. But I did not know any of this information about the Washington Monument.

There have been new monuments added since I was last there and jkphoto and I are looking forward to spending a few days of our vacation there this summer. It's been over 35 years since I've been back to DC.

Thank you, sistah, for this very interesting post today. May God bless and guide America and those charged with keeping her safe and free!

Good morning, all. Have a wonderful day across the fruited plain!

[Aquamarine]

Thought you may enjoy this post knowing how much you love history and your country.

Hope you have a wonderful trip there this summer.

psssst...take lots of pictures. :)

[The Thin Man]

Caution: had to upload this song to my storage site in order to use it, not sure if my Quicktime will try to attach to other's programs.

There's no chance of me clicking after reading that disclaimer! :-)

[Mama_Bear]

psssst...take lots of pictures. :)

LOL! Will do. It's so nice having my own professional photographer to take on vacation with me. ;-)

[Aquamarine]

LOL! Don't blame you for that.

Go here to listen to it, then scroll down a little to where it says: This is a special arrangement of America The Beautiful

[Pippin]

RE: #47

You left out the Bush-bashing contest LOL!

[Pippin]

(((Aqua)))!

I love these history threads!

I didn't know about the Laus Deos on the Washington Monument.

I was there on a class trip.

I didn't make it to the top though.

[Pippin]

HEY Darks!

Over here!

[Aquamarine]

It's so nice having my own professional photographer to take on vacation with me. ;-)

Your very own personal photographer...and one of the best in the west! lol....sorry