It is not necessary; it has no official standing.
It is not required; the song has no official standing.
There is no formal "God Bless America" song etiquette as it is not our national anthem. It is merely a modern patriotic tune. Stand if you are asked, it shows respect. Taking your hat or cap off is not necessary. Placing your hand over your heart is not necessary.
You put your hand on your heart because it symbolizes you trust and love America.
because we love America
He puts his hand over his heart.
your right hand, over your heart (left side of your body)
Lyrics to God Bless America are asking God to watch over/protect America at all times (even thru the night).
Right hand
you turn to the flag then put your right hand over your heart and say the flag salute - (I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all)
yes! most people put their hand over there heart when they sing a national anthem but its not against the law if you don't!
You put your right hand over your heart with the Pledge.
Pearl thinks the minister holds his hand over his heart because.... she thinks that is where the Black Man put is mark.
No. The hand over the heart is not required. It is considered "expression" which is guaranteed by the First Amendment.