  Around the world they ring to-day, And they will ring forever; Like beauteous birds that sweetly sing, Good cheer and comfort they shall bring; And saving souls along the way, Will be forgotten never. Both autocrat and peasant poor, With heaven born inspiration, Composed these grand and soulful themes That wake the dreamer from his dreams, And shall, while patriot rights endure, Arouse a loyal nation. The mighty chimes ring out the fame Of him who wrote with feeling, And while sweet symphonies prolong, He lives again to move the throng, And preaches in Jehovah’s name From spires where bells are pealing. |
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