What do the 13 folds of a flag symbolize?

Answer 1

The first fold of our Flag is a symbol of life.

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

The third 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 fourth fold represents our weaker nature, for as

American citizens trusting, it is to Him we turn in

times of peace as well as in time of war for His

divine guidance.

The fifth fold is a tribute to our country, for in the

words of Stephen Decatur, "Our Country, in dealing

with other countries may she always be right; but it

is still our country, right or wrong."

The sixth 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 to the

Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,

indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

The seventh 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 eighth 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, and to honor mother, for whom it

flies on Mother's Day.

The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood; 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 tenth 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 eleventh fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen

represents the lower portion of the seal of King David

and King Solomon, and glorifies in their eyes, the God

of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen,

represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in

their eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.

When the Flag is completely folded, the stars are

uppermost reminding us of our Nation's motto, "In God

We Trust." After the Flag is completely folded and

tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat,

ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under

General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines

who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were

followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed

Forces of the United States, preserving for us the

rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today.