While christian nations doubt to join the fray,
And friends forsake, nor prayers nor valor heed—
(Shame to their souls!)—in this thy utmost need.
Yet courage, Greece! thy cherish’d name shall live,
And in its ancient glory shall revive;
Yes! freedom’s car o’er every realm shall roll,
And spread her choicest gifts from pole to pole;
Oppression’s chains to endless night be hurl’d,
And Independence crown a smiling world!