Misdeeds of Faith

Forward went they, with weapons drawn Swiftly under linden-shields Fervent were the fierce to battle When for their blessed one did serve Strong were they with hostile craft Men hell-prone, with wounding rage With steadfast faith and soulful mind Drove through the heathens striking blows Then a voice from high was heard Wondrously under the skies The sound of a prophetic word Emboldens they in evil bonds That then shall come among the hordes Hand-warfare, through spear grips might Send forth his spirit and so come hither To pave their way in deeds of spite Strong were they with hostile craft Men hell-prone, with wounding rage With steadfast faith and soulful mind Drove through the heathens striking blows Then a voice from high was heard Wondrously under the skies The sound of a prophetic word Emboldens they in evil bonds "Guardian of the world Keep my mind firmly fixed Father of all Bright giver of life I pray that thou appoint me not Amongst these guilty ones And spare my soul As shall I do thy will"