" Placing his hand on the Bible, George began the oath: “I solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States.” Then George added something that wasn’t a required part of the oath. “So help me God!” he exclaimed as he lifted the Bible and kissed it. "

― Janet Benge , George Washington: True Patriot