Noble words, heroic vow,
?Worthy imitation;
Meet to waken, even now,
?Holy emulation.
Seed of Jacob! you who share
?Aught of Israel's spirit,
Wrestle thus in fervent prayer,
?Blessing to inherit.
Prayer, surpassing human might;
?Prayer, heaven's holy portress;
Prayer, the saint's supreme delight,
?Prayer, the sinner's fortress.
Prayer and faith can joy impart,
?Joy beyond expressing,
And call down upon the heart
?Israel's richest blessing.