I Worship not some flashes that ne'er shone bright;

I give worth not to the ashes o' what once burned alight.

I preserve the fire; I protect the flame.

My God, eternal, goes by but one name.

Birds have the Eagle; Beast have the Lion.

I shall be kneeling before that King of Mine.

Fishes have the Whale; all Men must obey time.

I pledge my Eastward sword, before My God on High.