Almighty and eternal Lord God, the great Creator of heaven and earth, and the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ; look down from heaven in pity and compassion upon me thy servant, who humbly prostrate myself before thee.
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Now therefore I do recommend and assign Thursday the 26th day of November next to be devoted by the People of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being, who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of gratitude towards a higher power for the goodness in life.
George Washington's quote calls for a day of Thanksgiving, reflecting the need for individuals to recognize and show appreciation for the benevolence of a higher being responsible for all good in the past, present, and future. It encourages people to acknowledge the sources of their blessings, creating a sense of unity and gratitude among the populace.
Themes
ThanksgivingGratitudeHigher PowerAppreciationUnity
In practice
Example use cases
During a Thanksgiving dinner, one might quote Washington to remind family and friends to appreciate their blessings.
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