Classic Poem

Lord , for Thy promise' sake defend,
And Thy all-saving shield extend.
O hear my cries,
Which with wet eyes
And sighs to Thee ascend!

For cruel men my life pursue,
And who Thy statutes never knew.
Suppress my foes,
O side with those
Who to my soul are true!

With vengeance recompense their hate,
And in an instant ruinate.
Then will I bring
My offering,
And Thy great acts relate.

Thy Name for ever praised be,
Who from those snares hast set me free,
For lo! these eyes
My enemies'
Desir'd subversion see.