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NATIONAL HYMNS.

On many a shore her seedlings grow; ' Neath many a sun her clusters glow. 4 Praise to our God; His power alone e Can keep unmoved our ancient throne, Sustained by counsels wise and just, And guarded by a people's trust.

16 5 Praise to our God; though chastenings stern Our evil dross should throughly burn; His rod and staff, from age to age, Shall rule and guide His heritage!

J. Ellerton.

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C. M.( 46.)

CHINE, mighty God, on Britain shine, grace;

Reveal Thy power through all our coasts, And show Thy smiling face.

2 Amidst our isle, exalted high, Do Thou our glory stand, And like a wall of guardian fire, Surround Thy favoured land.

3 When shall Thy name, from shore to shore, Sound all the earth abroad; And distant nations know and love Their Saviour and their God?

4 Sing to the Lord, ye distant lands, Sing loud, with solemn voice; While British tongues exalt His praise, And British hearts rejoice.

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5 He, the great Lord, the sovereign Judge, That sits enthroned above,

plo Wisely commands the worlds He made In justice and in love.

6 Earth shall obey her Maker's will, And yield a full increase;

Our God will crown His chosen isle With fruitfulness and peace.

1. Watts.