Behold the sails expanded around the tow’ring mast!

Along the deck in order, the joyful sailors stand,

Crying, “Ho!—here we go to Immanuel’s happy land!”

We’re now on the wide ocean, we bid the world farewell!

And though where we shall anchor no human tongue can tell;

About our future destiny there need be no debate,

While we ride on the tide, with our Captain and his Mate.

To those who are spectators what anguish must ensue,

To hear their old companions bid them a last adieu!

The pleasures of your paradise no more our hearts invite;