The last paragraph reads
We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these united Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States, that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do. — And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.
5 comments:
I think we've pretty much forgotten the "mutually pledge" part.
And the signers did put their lives on the line.
Sharkey, that is the tragedy.
Chuck, they did, as have many in subsequent generations in maintenance of freedom.
The Declaration of Independence is a beautifully written document that declares independence from another country while acknowledging reliance on the Divine.
Love this picture of my big bro!
Vee, how fortunate we were to have had such thoughtful people planning for our nation.
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