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17) Andrew Johnson (1865-1869)
Seventeenth President of the United States; Succeeded to the presidency after the assassination of President Lincoln
-May America's greatness be remembered forever-
I, Andrew Johnson, have determined that I will offer all of my life to the new truth of the Divine Principle. As a former leader of America, I now make an urgent call to its people from this place.
The youth of America today have lost a sense of direction in their lives. This does not apply to all young people, but a large majority of them have fallen into a pleasure-seeking lifestyle and do whatever they want. Young people themselves cannot be solely to blame for the errors in their thinking. They are lost because there is no fundamental alternative today that is capable of leading them.
I want to make a solemn request of them. Rev. Sun Myung Moon, who has revealed a new truth, is working day and night as the Savior of humankind to accomplish the task of human salvation. Through the Divine Principle, Rev. Moon reveals clearly and concretely such matters as the purpose of the creation of humankind and the universe, and the relationship between God and humankind. The only fundamental solution capable of bringing salvation to humankind is Rev. Moon's Divine Principle and philosophy of peace.
I make a solemn request that all young people in America receive the guidance of the Divine Principle and Rev. Moon's philosophy. Young people in America today have fallen into a very dangerous philosophical stream. Only Rev. Moon's teachings are capable of guiding us all to God's fundamental principles and the correct path for our lives. These teachings also instruct us on how to prepare for the eternal world, that is, our original homeland in the Kingdom of Heaven.
I have not been permitted sufficient time and space on this page to record all that I have experienced and learned here. I earnestly wish that people will forever remember the greatness of America.
Andrew Johnson; December 12 and 26, 2002
18) Ulysses Simpson Grant (1869-1877)
Eighteenth President of the United States; Commander of the Union forces during the final period of the Civil War
-If humanity wants an end to war, it must accept Rev. Sun Myung Moon's truth-
Tens of thousands of years have passed from the time that God created humankind, but until now we have lived without knowing the fact that God and humankind are in a relationship of parent and child. This must be the greatest tragedy in the history of humankind.
Through the Divine Principle training session here, I have for the first time come to a definite realization that it was an improper beginning to human history that has brought about endless conflict and war between peoples and nations, making it impossible to bring peace.
The Divine Principle explains the details of the creation, the fall, restoration, and other matters in a concrete manner. I think that Rev. Sun Myung Moon's Divine Principle is capable of bringing about a revolution within humankind, a revolution of character, and a revolution of consciousness.
There has been endless division, strife and war in human history. Innocent people have constantly suffered and been killed in such wars. Hell in the spirit world has come to be overflowing with people. Wars are the greatest cause of human unhappiness.
How can this problem be solved? Only Unification Thought, Rev. Sun Myung Moon's philosophy of peace, can bring a fundamental solution to this problem. Rev. Moon holds the key. Who is Rev. Sun Myung Moon? He is the Messiah, the True Parent of humankind. In religion, particularly in Christianity, this is called the Lord of the Second Advent. I, Ulysses Grant, am convinced that this is true.
If all people desire an end to war, then I ask that they accept the truth revealed by Rev. Sun Myung Moon. I regret very much that I am in the spirit world and therefore am unable to give you the physical confirmation that you need to accept this. But I ask that you believe these things and follow. The people of America must listen more carefully to the Divine Principle if they want their country to remain great eternally.
Ulysses Grant; December 14, 2002
19) Rutherford Birchard Hayes (1877-1881)
Nineteenth President of the United States
-I wish the Americans to become a people with a character capable of encompassing the world-
I, Rutherford Hayes, enjoyed tremendous power and honor while I held the office of the presidency during my life on earth. I lived as though that power and honor were eternal. Here in the spirit world, however, no one recognizes me for the fact that I was once president. At first, I felt a tremendous sense of despondence and unfairness that I could hardly endure. Through many long years, I shouted out in an effort to establish my position and to call attention to myself, but it was of no use.
Eventually, I was given a very inspiring opportunity, and through this I was able to realize many things about myself. I want to convey these things to people on earth.
I came to realize that human beings live in two worlds--that is, the visible physical world and the invisible spiritual world. I particularly realized many things concerning life in the spirit world. The high-level content of the Principle of Creation, the existence of God, the Providence of Restoration, and salvation through the Messiah were so mysterious.
What is this? It is a truth revealed by Rev. Sun Myung Moon. This truth could well be characterized as a true textbook of life. Through it I came to feel deeply the importance of the earthly life, and I also grasped many things about life in the spirit world. I realized that if people live incorrectly on earth, then they will not be able to avoid a path of suffering in the spirit world. I realized that if people commit errors on earth, then in the spirit world they suffer in hell, which is a place where there is no relationship with God.
People of the earth! People of America! I cannot record here everything that I have experienced. I can only say that the Divine Principle is a great truth and that it is unmistakable that Rev. Sun Myung Moon holds all the keys to human salvation and peace. So I want to clearly convey that you need to study the Divine Principle deeply and come to the same conviction. While you are on earth, you must prepare well for your eternal life in the spirit world. And you must abandon your self-conceit that America is the world's only great nation. I wish that the American people would become a people with the character capable of encompassing the world.
Rutherford Hayes; December 15, 2002
20) James Abram Garfield (March 4-September 19, 1881)
Twentieth President of the United States
-The Divine Principle is the fundamental truth that explains the mysteries of the universe and of life-
I have been one who believes that God is the creator and master of all that is in heaven and earth and is able to control all matters of nations, peoples, and the world with his divine authority. However, when I discovered that he is also our parent it gave me such surprise and awe that I do not know what to do. I feel a great sense of shame and injustice that when I was responsible for the nation I could not teach its many people about God correctly. I feel such pain over this.
Rev. Sun Myung Moon appears to have experienced some profound circumstances in the process of discovering the incredible secret of heaven that God is the parent of humankind.
After realizing that God is the parent of humankind, I was sitting, and feeling ecstatic about the Divine Principle, when suddenly some blinking lights approached me and covered my entire body. At that moment, I felt such tremendous joy that I cannot express it in words. I could not hear any sound. But I could feel within myself an inspiration that endlessly repeated the words "My Father, my Father, thank you." At that moment, I felt such joy that I felt like flying. I felt like a young boy. I had many other such experiences as well.
I send these words to you in the earnest hope that you will firmly grab hold of God, who really does exist. Each part of the content of the Divine Principle is a fundamental truth that explains the mysteries of life and the universe. As one who once was president of the United States, I want to convey a frank message to the American people. You must follow Rev. Sun Myung Moon, who has revealed the Divine Principle and Unification Thought. I hope that everyone will consider this most seriously.
James Garfield; December 18, 2002
21) Chester Alan Arthur (1881-1885)
Twenty-first President of the United States
-Establishing God's kingdom is the ultimate goal of humanity-
It is really heartrending to know the fact that human beings, who are the lords of all creation, have existed during the course of history without clear understanding, and have not been able to reach the level of the other things of creation. And it pains me even more to realize that the presidents have contributed almost nothing to God's dispensation, as he tried to restore humankind through indemnity by sending the central figures of the providence. The axiom "God is the parent of humankind" caused me to feel truly ashamed of myself. Now I have come to know with certainty God's will, God's current situation and the purpose and direction of history. For humankind, there can be no other objective in relation to a people or a nation, or other things to choose, except the establishment of God's kingdom. Establishing God's nation is the ultimate goal of humanity.
To establish God's nation, the first thing would be for us here in the spirit world to concentrate on leading the many people here to the right path; and the people on earth should align themselves with Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the representative of God and the True Parent, and participate actively in the movement to realize global peace. I hope, in particular, that the American people will take a leading role in teaching those on earth who still do not know the Divine Principle and God's will.
We must realize deep in our hearts and feel keenly through the Divine Principle and Rev. Moon's teachings that the kind of lives that we have led have been entirely improper. In history, has there ever been a greater truth to reform our awareness than the Divine Principle? If there has, can you name it? American people! It will be very difficult to save America with your present way of thinking.
The true teacher and leader of humanity is Rev. Sun Myung Moon. Hold on to him tightly and delve into his teachings. God has helped America in many ways to earn and maintain the reputation of being the greatest and most advanced nation in the world. I hope and pray that you will never slip out of God's outstretched hand of eternal love.
Chester Arthur; December 30, 2002
22) Stephen Grover Cleveland (1885-1889 and 1893-1897)
Twenty-second and Twenty-fourth President of the United States
-Centering on the Divine Principle, there should be a mass movement inspiring new spirituality across the entire nation-
I can't tell you how much I have waited for this moment. I truly believe that the only solution that can save America, which currently faces complex problems, is the philosophy and truth revealed by Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the Lord of the Second Advent, the True Parent. In other words, it is the Divine Principle and his philosophy of peace that can save America. Currently, America is in a state of total chaos in many different spheres. Nonetheless, America does not have an ideology that can resolve this chaos, and is unable to set clear goals for herself. If the American people unite as one, aligning with True Parents' teaching and truth, in the future America will be able to maintain her reputation of being the greatest economic power and a nation of moral force.
American people! I ask you this earnestly as the 22nd and the 24th president of the country. Please remember my plea and keep it deep in your hearts. In alignment with True Parents' philosophy and the Divine Principle, initiate a new movement of ethical reform across the entire nation. I ask you with all of my heart to believe in and follow Rev. Sun Myung Moon as the Messiah to all humankind. The spirit world truly exists. Follow Rev. Moon's guidance. I ask you once more from the bottom of my heart.
Grover Cleveland; July 7, 2003
23) Benjamin Harrison (1889-1893)
Twenty-third President of the United States
-The Divine Principle and the Unification Thought should be the guidelines of your everyday lives-
If I had led my beloved people of America with the great truth of the Messiah while I served as president, I would have been remembered forever in history. I feel very frustrated that it was not possible for me to do so because I lived at a different time.
At present, I would like to pass on to the American people Rev. Sun Myung Moon's teachings and doctrine from here in the spirit world. I have many regrets about not having been born at the right time and in the right environment to enjoy the privileges of this era. The spirit world is the place to which all people must come in the end, but most people do not seem to realize this. I am speaking to all of you living on earth, but in particular, I would like to pass on a new message to the American people. Being a citizen of the greatest economic power on earth is nothing to boast of here in the spirit world. Preparations for life in the spirit world, where the inner person must reside forever, must be completed on earth. Therefore, you must reflect on your lives on earth every day, and put them in order.
I cannot help but reproach myself for not being able to pass on to you how I feel clearly. You must make the Divine Principle and Unification Thought, which have come through the True Parent, Rev. Moon, who is on earth, the guidelines for your everyday lives. You must realize deep down that it is the only way for people to live. As the president of a nation, as a leader, as a person who came to the spirit world before you, and as a pioneer in life, I earnestly ask those of you on earth, and the American people in particular, to follow this path.
Benjamin Harrison; July 9, 2003
24) William McKinley (1897-1901)
Twenty-fifth President of the United States
-We should serve Rev. Sun Myung Moon as the representative of God on earth-
I lived on earth thinking that once I was done with my life on earth, shedding my physical body after death, nothing would remain or exist any more, but now that I am here in the spirit world, I am very ashamed of the old-fashioned way of thinking I had in the past. In particular, I am so sorry and ashamed of myself as the president of a nation, who is supposed to teach and guide his people.
How can I fully express in a few words new truths about God and humankind, such as the relationship between God and man, the value of life, the providence of the restoration of human beings and history, which started off by going in the wrong direction?
I implore the people of America as their 25th president. I implore you, the people of America, to serve the True Parent, the Second Advent, Rev. Moon and study in great detail the Divine Principle and Unification Thought, which express the basic principles of life. True Parents' teachings are the most precious, the greatest truth in all of history. The American people of this era must put into practice and exercise True Parents' teachings of true love on earth before they come to the spirit world. You must learn from the true teacher as if your lives were at stake. Only if you do so will you be free of regret once you end up here in the spirit world. On earth you should serve Rev. Sun Myung Moon as the representative of God. This is what I ask of you from the bottom of my heart, as a person who has come here before you, on my honor as the president of a nation.
William McKinley; July 12, 2003
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