The Iron Sceptre

I shall rule Judah with a rod of Iron

I shall govern from on high

From the Holy Mountain

I shall rule with justice and righteousness.

Stand guard at the City gates

No foe will enter the City

Appoint yourselves watchman.

Men of high renown and good standing

Let them see beyond the City limits

They shall watch and they shall see

The time has come, the hour is at hand

Look our enemy stands far off, waiting

While ever the guardsmen are stood watch ,the City is safe.

So, do not be found asleep.

Do your duty diligently for the enemy is watching for a gap.

Therefore make your walls high and strong

Set for yourselves a time to stand and a time to rest

It is foolish to work without rest, such madness.

One stands guard whilst another sleeps.

In this way the City and its occupants will thank you for your diligence.

Be of good cheer for I shall contend with those who contend with you.

I shall not let you see ruin

Amen.