Thine was the strength that nourished ours;

The children of the cross are Thine.

3 While watching on our arms, at night,

We saw Thine angels round us move:

We heard Thy call, we felt Thy light,

And followed, trusting to Thy love.

4 And now, with hymn and prayer we stand,

To give our strength to Thee, great God!

We would redeem Thy holy land,

That land which sin so long has trod.