1 Would those who thirst for blood,
Thy little flock devour?
Lord, change their hearts or check their rage,
By Thine almighty power.

2 When dangers compass round,
May Thine uplifted arm
Restrain or frustrate their designs,
Who seek to do us harm.

3 ’Midst savage beasts of prey,
Thou art our confidence;
From men more savage far than they,
Be Thou our sure defense.

4 To Thee, almighty God,
In all our straits we come;
Do Thou protect us in the way,
And bring us safely home.