1. Standing by a purpose true, Heeding God's command, Honor them, the faithful few! All hail to Daniel's band! 2. Many mighty men are lost Daring not to stand, Who for God had been a host By joining Daniel's band. 3. Many giants, great and tall, Stalking through the land, Headlong to the earth would fall, If met by Daniel's band. 4. Hold the Gospel banner high! On to vict'ry grand! Satan and his hosts defy, And shout for Daniel's band. Chorus: Dare to be a Daniel, Dare to stand alone! Dare to have a purpose firm! Dare to make it known.
Lyrics: Philip Paul
Bliss
Music: Philip Paul Bliss
Tune: DANIEL
Words and Music by Philip P. Bliss, 1838–1876
This is another of the fine Sunday school songs by Philip P. Bliss, one of the truly important contributors to both early gospel hymnody and the rise of the Sunday school movement. Bliss, like many other Christian leaders, realized the unusual potential of teaching our youth spiritual truths through appropriate songs.