Dear Land of Hope, thy hope is crowned. God make thee mightier yet! On Sov’ran brows, beloved, renowned, Once more thy crown is set. Thine equal laws, by Freedom gained, Have ruled thee well and long; By Freedom gained, by Truth maintained…

I vow to thee, my country, all earthly things above, entire and whole and perfect, the service of my love: the love that asks no question, the love that stands the test, that lays upon the alter the dearest and the best; the love that neve…