1. The clouds hang thick o'er Israel's camp as dawns the battle day; Arise, bright Star of Dominic and chase the gloom away; And where the foemen fiercest press, thy glory may we see: Shine o'er the banners of thy sons and lead to victory!
2. The weapon which our Father gave Each hand shall fearless wield; Who bear our Lady's Rosary Need neither sword nor shield: With dauntless faith the ranks they face Or error and of sin, And, armed with those blest beads alone, The victory they win.
3. See o'er Lepanto's waters spread the Moslems' dark array! A voice to Christendom went forth and gave the word to pray: Jesus! Mary! Names of strength invoked and not in vain: They conquered in our hour of need, and conquer shall again!
4. As Pius* then to Europe spake so Leo** speaks once more: The Rosary our weapon still to wield in Holy War Ave Maria! from each tongue Shall rise the pleading word; Oh! doubt not that the prayer of faith Will now, as then, be heard.
Amazing! Thanks! That's quite a hymn!
Cool. Thanks for posting the words. You guys are amazing.