Thus, those led horses are from service freed;
You never mount them but in time of need.
Like mercenaries, hired for home defence,
They will not serve against their native prince.
Against domestic foes of hierarchy
These are drawn forth, to make fanatics fly;
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But, when they see their countrymen at hand, }
Marching against them under church-command, }
Straight they forsake their colours, and disband.— }