boast. For, near Maastricht ensconced, He feared the force I wield. My horsemen saw one bounce it Bravely across the field. Surely, if God had willed it, When that fierce tempest blew, My power would have stilled it, Or turned its blast from you But He who dwells in heaven, Whence all our blessings flow, For which aye praise be given, Did not desire it so. Steadfast my heart remaineth In my adversity My princely courage straineth All nerves to live and be. I've prayed the Lord my Master With fervid heart and tense To save me from disaster And prove my innocence. Alas! my flock. To sever Is hard on us. Farewell. Your Shepherd wakes, wherever Dispersed you may dwell, Pray God that He may ease you. His Gospel be your cure. Walk in the steps of Jesu This life will not endure. Unto the Lord His power I do confession make That ne'er at any hour Ill of the King I spake. But unto God, the greatest Of Majesties I owe Obedience first and latest, For Justice wills it so. WILLIAM OF NASSAU IPA transcription of the first and sixth stanzas Notes References External links Sheet music of "Wilhelmus" "Wilhelmus", vocal version of the first and sixth verse at the Himnuszok website A song for Prince William authentic version on youtube Strauss: "Variationen über 'Wilhelm von Oraniên'" for military band National anthems Eighty Years' War (1566–1609) Dutch anthems Cultural depictions of William the Silent Songs about politicians Songs about military officers National anthem compositions in A major National anthem compositions in G major Royal anthems