761 A conquering host, complete in all its limbs, that fears no wound, Mid treasures of the king is chiefest found.

762 In adverse hour, to face undaunted might of conquering foe, Is bravery that only veteran host can show.

763 Though, like the sea, the angry mice send forth their battle cry; What then? The dragon breathes upon them, and they die!

764 That is a host, by no defeats, by no desertions shamed, For old hereditary courage famed.

765 That is a 'host' that joins its ranks, and mightily withstands, Though death with sudden wrath should fall upon its bands.

766 Valour with honour, sure advance in glory's path, with confidence To warlike host these four are sure defence.

767 A valiant army bears the onslaught, onward goes, Well taught with marshalled ranks to meet their coming foes.

768 Though not in war offensive or defensive skilled; An army gains applause when well equipped and drilled.

769 Where weakness, clinging fear and poverty Are not, the host will gain the victory.

770 Though men abound, all ready for the war, No army is where no fit leaders are.