The Great Seal was chosen as a symbol for early Americans to emulate, and to remind us that we are not complete as humans or as a nation without God or the conscious soul. It was not designed as a clue that any one particular group was secretly in charge. Secret and non-secret societies for centuries have honored the individual symbols that make up the reverse of the Great Seal for the same reasons Americans today should still honor them. It reminds us that illumination from the Creator source gives knowledge of the life purpose?for both the soul and the nation?a condition which when achieved creates a balanced whole individual, or a unified nation.

I?m hoping that a deeper and more timeless appreciation of American symbols can be gained when we account for the classical inspirations of the designers together with a humanistic archetypal interpretation. I wrote this book to confound conspiracy theorists, while at the same time inspire budding political activists. It?s time for us to take a second look at the symbols we all take for granted. Their intended meanings can improve our political will to defend this liberty, and, as the national symbol of the eagle reminds us, with eternal vigilance.

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