One Nation Under God

[Ruthie59SLP]

But God raised Him from the dead; and for many days He appeared to those who came up from Galilee to Jerusalem, the very ones who are now His witness to the people. And we preach to you the good news of the promise made to the fathers, that God has fulfilled this promise to our children in that He raised up Jesus, as it is also written in the 2nd Psalm, "Thou art my Son, Today I have begotten Thee" Acts 13 30-35

[scottiegibson]

@REDLUIGI!!! I WAS NOT KIDDING!! if you don't like living here in the united states, THEN GET THE HELL OUT!!! AND STAY OUT!!! OUR PROBLEMS WE HAVE HERE IN THIS COUNTRY ARE FROM THE LOW-LIFES LIKE YOURSELF LIVING HERE!!! SO G.F.O!!!

[youtubiwankenobi]

GAY JESUS

[darling67]

The ironic thing about this painting is that NOWHERE in the United States' Constitution do the words, "Jesus Christ", or "Bible", or "Christianity", or "God" appear! Don't believe me? Read The Constitution.

[LoveBringsTruth]

@darling67 "When in course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of Nature and of Natures GOD entitles them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation." Dec of Ind 1776.

[LoveBringsTruth]

@darling67 I guess you didnt read the constitution did you? I got another one for you buddy. "We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their CREATOR with certain unalienable rights that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of happiness.

So I am not surprised you live in LA. Little word of advice. Don't regurgitate what media matters tells you, it makes you look foolish like you do now.

[profjunk]

@LoveBringsTruth You need to take your own advice about reading the Constitution, since you are attributing words to it that are not there.

[swimkin]

Awesome!

[SailorBlue1492]

The comments here are very interesting. Especially by the haters, mockers, and unbelievers. Most telling! Most interesting! What a shame....

[darling67]

@SailorBlue1492 We're not "unbelievers" in the sense that you're referring to. We just don't believe in myths and we don't mistake an artist's vision as the truth! The Founding Fathers were deists who happened to come from a Christian background. But they were smart enough to know that church and state should be separated and that no ONE religion be the basis of any nation's foundation. No one begrudges you your faith, but we DO begrudge when people try to mix their BELIEFS with historical fact.

[WonderBread103]

This might be the most amazing thing i've ever seen

[chuzarules]

you should grab the sketch and wipe your ass...

[robertmike57]

Bad art, a pack of lies about history and demonizing liberals. No wonder retard white trailer trash conservatives love this painting!

[jdbohdan]

Where is the scene where we slaughtered american indians? and used slavery to gain our wealth? Jesus holding a scalp would've been cool.

[onclave6]

@jdbohdan  Are you choosing to act anti American to try and prove a point ?

[jdbohdan]

@onclave6 Yes, because the imaginary fiction represented, while an attractive notion, is not the reality of history.

Not to mention, strictly as a painting its very average. Actually its really more like an illustration, but I would have to see it person to make complete judgement.

[onclave6]

@jdbohdan Your comments are not acceptable as an American you should stand by this country not point out faults we had years ago we cannot change what happened only improve our country now .I think we all should think real hard before voting in the booth in upcoming elections how much government take over can we take ? We need to vote out that socialist.

[jdbohdan]

@onclave6 Not acceptable to whom? You? It's funny that those who scream of being the most patriotic are the sames ones that would limit free speech, free worship, and all other freedoms. By the way, Jesus would have probably been labeled a socialist. He didn't have job, made no money and went around preaching mostly not in accordance with the religious practices of his day.

[onclave6]

@jdbohdan Jesus had a job it was to come down here and bring salvation . he was showing people the way ,truth and light .he performed miracles to prove his truth . Socialist? no he wants us to hold on to our faith he certainly does not support the ACLU a group trying to take God out of everything .(sounds like the devil)_

[jdbohdan]

@onclave6 You must not be so devoted if you feel your faith can be removed because symbols, or text references to God are taken out of government buildings etc. And you are naive to think that a proclamation of God in the government means it will be fair and just. Some of the worst atrocities in history were committed under the guise of "christian" leadership. Such a painting as the one above shows that most people have not changed much since the crusades.

[onclave6]

@jdbohdan nice try my faith is stronger then most I know God exists I just dont these people trying to take God out of everything is all.Remember "freedom of religion"? In San Fran on March 11th  I believe .The Atheists tried to take "under God " out of the Pledge and failed "The court denied them .thats the way it should be.

[gskowal]

"maybe you have to educate yourself some more" ahhhh, yeah, the painter seems to know that education is important yet he believes in JESUS the SAVIOUR and that the ORIGIN OF SPECIES is the DEVIL !!! LOL!!! WHAT A MORON..

[gskowal]

typical from religious people... we are the best you are going to hell!!!

[Cyphairius]

FAIL!

[ebbylew]

This is beautiful.

[MWcrazyhorse]

no. this is popaganda.

[sheila6851]

Jon, in explaining each person in his piece, has stirred our hearts to search our position in American history. My story, your story, all blend together to create an American story for those behind us. The arts be it on canvas, stage or in music are all designed to make us think. How do we relate to God? How do we relate to others? What can we do to improve the space where we live? Jon has studied well and has achieved that goal.

[61Yogibear]

Awesome. He captured history and beauty and wants us to THINK. Like the picture, we are a composite of all that has gone before. Let us cherish our one nation under God, and government for, by and of the people. United we stand. We must stop expecting everything for nothing, and WORK TOGETHER and help one another.

[donlcal]

AWESOME VIDEO

[SuperMistified]

this painting is absolutely gorgeous, regardless

of anybodys religion. I still believe One Nation Under God.

[scottierockett]

this is a Christmas gift to America. This is only a reflection of this great country's challenges and triumphs. There is no country in history that has over come what the U.S.A. has. We are not perfect but we have the best ideas and the best type of government in the world.

[MWcrazyhorse]

no you don't.

[Chapakazoid]

@scottierockett

What an outstanding load of shit

[TheRedLuigi]

@scottierockett You are kidding, right?

[Earth1404]

MLK was a follower of Gandhi (nonviolence) and would not appreciate having his name on a military uniform. I consider myself a Christian, but, there is something very wrong with this painting. Our country is for all religions not just the Christian religion.

[jdog43]

But these men were Christians. That was the basis of our nation. And we are in deed a predominately Christian nation. Sorry, go count. We are indeed entitled to rejoice in our Christian origins.

[seancrump]

well said Jdog, God Bless you and Merry Christmas

[Chapakazoid]

@jdog43

Also an outstanding load of shit

[profjunk]

@jdog43 The Constitution was in no way influenced by the Bible. Look at the Bible, then look at the Constitution. Please notice that no where in the Bible does it mention separation of powers, a representative legislature, executive branch, age requirements for officer holders, the ratification of amendments, etc. The founders got their ideas from Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Montesquieu, not Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

[TheRedLuigi]

@jdog43 Nope sry, they where not.

[seancrump]

Im not violent either but I very much support our troops and Military. I will take a guess that mlk's personal security at sometimes had to go to certain levels "so called violence" to protect his safety and security. wouldnt you agree???? prob not but its accurate.. God Bless and Merry Christmas

[moseymama]

Excuse me!!! there is NOTHING wrong with this painting.l There is only ONE GOD.This country was FOUNDED under GOD> Whether you like it or not. And, if you dont go with the damn Muslims or the athiests!!!

[Christbondservant]

Awesome, one word; God.

[HAMZAM77]

Don't pick the picture apart just reflect upon it ..........it's great he did an admiral job....GOD BLESS

[pacifistpatty]

Many of our founding fathers and mothers were Humanists with a eutopian view upon arriving to this new land. Many of them were Unitarians. Not fundamentalist Christians. I am not saying that Christians are undesirable, but they are only part of the story. We all have a piece of the truth .I wish people knew their history in a more complete way! Also, Jesus was from the Middle East! If he were here today, certain people would label him a terrorist. I admire this artists passion.

[goldenwest07]

Benjamin Franklin was a Deist. Not a Christian.

[jdrankin517]

First, it reflects too much of a "God with us" way of viewing ourselves. It is, in a sense, too parochial and limiting of Divine blessing and favor. Second, by having the Christ figure hold (whats looks to me to be) the Declaration of Independence and how he holds it, the painting seems to make a certain claim for the sanctity of that document, placing it on a par with Sacred Scripture. As important as this and the other documents of our country are, Sacred Scripture they are not.

[2mistorri]

I think it is incredible and wonderful. Thank you indeed Mr. Jon McNaughton. Thank you.

[2mistorri]

I think it is lovely, but...Jesus needed to have a little darker skin. I am not african american, but...Jesus was not a really white character. Just look at the people in the Arabic country today. Most are at least a little darker. I hate that MLK was not allowed in. More people of color were needed here. God bless America.

[THELDSLIFE]

It never fails to bring tears to my eyes!

[WTU208]

how sad they would not allow MLK face to be used :-(

[THELDSLIFE]

I agree. It would have honored him...

They may regret not letting it in there one day.

[goldenwest07]

I agree.

[jacecrawford]

Beautiful True. This picture could tell 190,342 words lots more than 1,000 thank you so much Jon McNaughton!