Ever faithful, ever sure.
On that island throne have sate
Alfred’s goodness, Edward’s state;
Princely strength and queenly grace,
Lengthened line of royal race:
Round that throne have stood of old
Seers and statesmen, firm and bold;
Burleigh’s wisdom, Hampden’s fire,
Chatham’s force in son and sire.
Let us with a gladsome mind