Founded on a Rock

Verse 1

With stately towers and bulwarks strong, Unrivalled and alone-- Loved theme oft for the sacred song-- God's holy city shone.

Verse 2

Thus fair was Zion's chosen seat, The glory of all lands; Yet fairer, and in strength complete, The Christian temple stands.

Verse 3

The faithful of each clime and age This glorious church compose; Built on the Rock--with idle rage The threat'ning tempest blows.

Verse 4

Fear not: though hostile bands alarm, Thy God is thy defense: And weak and powerless every arm Against Omnipotence.