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!