"Laus Deo"

Below is a forward I received today from an old friend
in Jackson, MS:


One detail that is not mentioned, in DC, is that there can
never be a building of greater height than the Washington
Monument.

With all the uproar about removing the ten commandments,
etc...This is worth a moment or two of your time. I was not
aware of this historical information.

On the aluminum cap, atop the Washington Monument in
Washington,DC, are displayed two words: Laus Deo. No one
can see these words. In fact, most visitors to the monument
are totally unaware they are even there and for that
matter, probably couldn't care less. Once you know Laus
Deo's history, you will want to share this with everyone
you know.

These words have been there for many years; they are 555
feet, or 5,125 inches high, perched atop the monument,
facing skyward to the Father of our nation, overlooking the
sixty-nine square miles which comprise the

District of Columbia, capital of the United States of
America.

Laus Deo! Two seemingly insignificant, un-noticed 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 most successful nation in the
world. So, what do those two words, in Latin, composed of
just four syllables and only seven letters, possibly mean?
Very simply, they say "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 a tribute to the Father of our nation, Laus
Deo .Praise be to God!"

From atop this magnificent granite and marble structure,
visitors may take in the beautiful panoramic view of the
city with its division into four major segments. 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 is to the south, the Capitol
to the east and the Lincoln Memorial to the west. A cross
you ask? Why a cross? What about separation of church and
state? Yes, a cross; separation of church and state was
not, is not, in the Constitution. So, read on. How
interesting and, no doubt, intended to carry a profound
meaning for those who bother to notice.

Praise be to God! Within the monument itself are 898 steps
and fifty 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, and the spiritual mood given by the founder and
first President of our unique democracy .."One Nation,
Under God."

I am awed by Washington's prayer for America. Have you
never read it? Well, now is your unique opportunity, so
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 State s 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." Laus
Deo!

When one stops to observe the inscriptions found in public
places all over our nation's capitol, he or she will easily
find the signature of God, as it is unmistakably inscribed
everywhere you look. You may forget the width and height of
"Laus Deo", its location, or the architects but no one who
reads this will be able to forget its meaning, or these
words: "Unless the Lord builds the house its builders labor
in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the
watchmen stand guard in vain." (Psalm 127: 1)

It is hoped you will send this to every child you know; to
every sister, brother, father, mother or friend. They will
not find offense, because you have given them a lesson in
history that they probably never learned in school.

With that, be not ashamed, or afraid, but have pity on
those who will never see this.


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