Answer and Explanation:
On the great seal, the symbol that represents God and His protection/guidance of the United States, is the golden light breaking through white cloud; it is also known as “glory”. The symbol of the ring of golden light rays that breaks through a white cloud, like some other symbols on the coat of arms, seems to be an inspired symbol of divine protection which the founding fathers drew from God's guidance of the biblical Israelites by using a "pillar of fire".
