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Standing by a purpose true,

by Philip Paul Bliss (1838–1876)

Representative text

As printed in The Church Hymnal (1941), no. 497 — the newest hymnal carrying it.

Verse 1

Standing by a purpose true, Heeding God's command, Honor them, the faithful few, All hail to Daniel's band!

Refrain

Dare to be a Daniel, Dare to stand alone! Dare to have a purpose firm! Dare to make it known!

Verse 2

Many mighty men are lost, Daring not to stand, Who for God had been a host By joining Daniel's band!

Verse 3

Many giants great and tall, Stalking through the land, Headlong to the earth would fall If met by Daniel's band!

Verse 4

Hold the temperance banner high! On to victory grand! Satan and his host defy, And shout for Daniel's band!

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