The Psalms of David ‎#II.CXLIX

II.CXLIX. Eternal Sov'reign of the Sky

1 Eternal Sov'reign of the Sky,
And Lord of all below;
We Mortals, to thy Majesty
Our first Obedience owe.

2 Our Souls adore thy Throne supreme,
And bless thy Providence,
For Magistrates of meaner Name,
Our Glory and Defence.

[3 The Crowns of British rinces shine
With Rays above the rest,
Where Laws and Liberties combine
To make the Nation blest.]

4 Kingdoms on firm Foundations stand,
While Virtue finds Reward;
And Sinners perish from the Land,
By Justice and the Sword.

5 Let Caesar's Due be ever paid
To Caesar and his Throne,
But Consciences and Souls were made
To be the Lord's alone.

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• First Line: Eternal Sov'reign of the Sky
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1769
• Topic: Government from God; Honor to Magistrates

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