George Washington and the Hand of God
The Founders of America were men who saw God working in human affairs to bless or to punish, depending upon whether people behaved righteously or otherwise. Many times they spoke and wrote of Divine Providence intervening on behalf of the Colonies in their struggle for independence. Their view was derived from the Bible — the experiences of the Hebrews coming out of Egypt, the prophets of the Old Testament trying to correct erring Israel, and, of course, the teaching of Jesus Christ. All sources pointed toward the presence of God in our lives, and his favor for those whose thoughts and actions honored him by aligning with his will.
That is why the signers of the Declaration of Independence appealed to “the Supreme Judge of the world” in declaring their political stance.
That is why the Great Seal of the United States, designed by the Continental Congress, shows the Eye of Providence watching over the unfinished 13-tier pyramid symbolizing America.
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