The Persecuted Jew

WHEN strife is rampant in the world,

And men and devils loudly cheer;

The hearts of men have turned to stone,

And cruel monsters, laugh and sneer.

In sorrow and the darkest gloom,

Our brother Jew has suffered long;

The God of Israel knows His own,

He their King is great and strong.

Defend the people, God of hosts,

Thou God of Israel, grand and great;

Look down and bless that noble race,

And lead them to the golden gate.