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Theresa
Lux Mihi Deus
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 Fri Jul 04, 2003 1:13 pm |
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The Eagle symbolizes Power and Spirit.
The eagle is always facing the olive branches, emphasizing peace. But has the 13 arrows in case that doesn't work.
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Theresa
Lux Mihi Deus
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| Fri Jul 04, 2003 1:18 pm |
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The motto, E Pluribus Unum, Out of Many, One.
"Out of many, one" is a clear reference to the thirteen colonies united into one nation – symbolized by the shield on the eagle's breast,the thirteen vertical stripes represent the several states all joined in one solid compact entire, supporting a Chief, which unites the whole & represents Congress.
In heraldry, mottoes on seals were originally a word or phrase that formed a war-cry. In later times, they became religious or patriotic in nature. Coming from the mouth of the Eagle, America's motto is a cry for peace.
The Eagle's Message of Unity
The American Eagle faces the olive branch – the "Power of peace," as the Seal's designers described this symbol. For further emphasis, the eagle holds the olive branch in his stronger right talon.
| Quote: | | "The next great step for the human family will be to recognize, in our daily lives, the unity that already exists. And a necessary step is the recognition of the common symbols of this unity." – Joseph Campbell |
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Theresa
Lux Mihi Deus
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Location: United States of America
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| Fri Jul 04, 2003 1:23 pm |
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Bundle of Thirteen Arrows
"Bello vel Pace Paratus" – Prepared in War or in Peace.
| Quote: | The Eagle and the Arrow – An Aesop's Fable
An Eagle was soaring through the air. Suddenly it heard the whizz of an Arrow, and felt the dart pierce its breast. Slowly it fluttered down to earth. Its lifeblood pouring out. Looking at the Arrow with which it had been shot, the Eagle realized that the deadly shaft had been feathered with one of its own plumes."
Moral: "We often give our enemies the means for our own destruction."
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| Quote: | The Power of Unity
Infinitely stronger than a single rod, the unbreakable nature of aligned rods means that the bundle of arrows also symbolizes the power of unity – the attitude needed to successfully protect and defend one's nation, and if necessary, wage war to do so.
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Arellia
The Quiet One
Joined: 23 Jan 2003
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Location: Dallas, TX
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| Fri Jul 04, 2003 7:36 pm |
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I'm doing the family usual-shish kabobs, watching the park fireworks from the house, and lighting our own. Should be pretty good!
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