 It further calls upon heaven and earth as a witness to their actions, knowing that they will be held accountable for their individual choices. And if they fail, they forfeit their property and they will have lived and lost their lives in vain. It's a reminder for us today that this nation didn't just pop into existence overnight. It's the result of hard work and sacrifice of which we living today have benefited from. It also reminds us that our national failure or success is still our own responsibility.