97. The Maid of France, with visioned eyes

The Maid of France, with visioned eyes,

Saw messengers from Paradise

And Voices bore a hidden word

That only by her ear was heard.

O blessed Maid, the chant we raise

That tells the meaning of thy praise:

Thou teachest us the lesson grand

Of love for God and Fatherland.

The Visions and the Voices spoke

A wondrous message: "Break the yoke

That burdens France, and crown your King,

Sweet Herald of his triumphing!"

The Maid believed the great command,

And fought for God and native land:

A model she shall ever lamp

To guide her feet in court or camp.

O who shall dare her glory paint?

She lived a hero, dies a Saint:

A model she shall ever stand

Of love for God and Fatherland.