Chandos Anthem no. 2: In the Lord put I my trust

Sonata

Chorus

In the Lord put I my trust! How say you then to

my soul she shall flee as a bird unto the hill? (Psalm 11, 1)

Tenor

God is a constant sure defence against

oppressing rage, as troubles rise, his needful

aids in our behalf engage. (Psalm 9, 9)

Chorus

Behold! The wicked bend their bow, and ready

fix their dart, lurking in anibush to destroy

the man of upright heart. (Psalm 11, 2)

Tenor

But God, who hears the suff'iing pow'r, and

their oppression knows, will soon arise and

given them rest in spite of all their foes. (Psalm 12, 5)

Chorus

Snares, fire and brimstone on their heads shall

in one tempest show'r: this dreadful mixture

his revenge into their cup shall pour. (Psalm 11, 6)

Tenor

The righteous Lord will righteous deeds with

signal favour grace, and to the upright man

disclose the brightness of his face. (Psalm 11, 7)

Chorus

Then shall my song, with praise inspir'd, to

thee my God ascend, who to thy servants in

distress such bounty didst extend. (Psalm 13, 6)