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PSALM XCVIII.
I
In new and lofty songs proclaimThe great, the' unutterable Name;
Ceaseless the glorious theme pursue,
Which still remains for ever new.
II
His actions might the coldest warmTo paint the wonders of his arm,
Whose sacred, whose resistless, hand
Alone the conquest has obtain'd.
III
Salvation on the world bestow'd,The purchase of the Victor-God,
To wondering millions shall appear
A triumph worthy of the war.
IV
Nor is his truth or mercy shownTo Israel's chosen seed alone:
But, seen by nature's farthest ends,
Wide as the universe extends.
V
Let all in praise their hearts employ,And shout and tell aloud their joy;
Or, artful, touch the silver lyre;
Or join in psalms the vocal choir.
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VI
Let warlike cornets loud resoundThe joyful jubilee around:
Inspire the trumpet, strike the string;
Adore the God, and hail the King!
VII
Let the' ocean's roaring waves combineTheir thunders to the song to join:
Let earth, while glad her debt she pays,
Teach her inhabitants to praise.
VIII
Ye rivers, clap your hands on high;In music with the ocean vie!
Ye mountains, leap no more for fear,
But dance for joy! for God is here;
IX
Who comes the injured to relieve,Who comes the righteous doom to give:
And nations, now afraid no more,
Forgiving Justice shall adore.
X
Let earth, thy footstool,—heaven, thy throne,Present their endless praise to thee,
Jehovah, true essential One!
Co-equal, co-eternal Three!
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