Courage and unwavering faith collide in this powerful tribute to one of history's most memorable last stands. The song tells the true story of 189 Swiss Guards who defended Pope Clement VII during the Sack of Rome in 1527. As mercenary forces attacked the Vatican, these brave soldiers made their final stand at the steps of St. Peter's Basilica, allowing the Pope to escape through a secret passage to Castel Sant'Angelo. Though most of the Swiss Guards perished, their sacrifice became legendary, symbolizing ultimate devotion to faith and duty. The lyrics emphasize their dedication to Christianity and willingness to die for their beliefs, with religious themes and military imagery woven throughout. Today, the Swiss Guard continues to protect the Vatican, carrying on this proud legacy. #HistoricalMetal #SwissGuards #Vatican1527 #SacrificeAndHonor
The Last Stand
Lyrics
In the heart of the Holy See
In the home of Christianity
The seat of power is in danger
There's a foe of a thousand swords
They've been abandoned by their lords
Their fall from grace will pave their path, to damnation
They're the 189
In the service of Heaven
They're protecting the holy line
It was 1527
Gave their lives on the steps to Heaven
Thy will be done!
For the grace, for the might of our Lord
For the home of the holy
For the faith, for the way of the sword
Gave their lives so boldly
For the grace, for the might of our Lord
In the name of His glory
For the faith, for the way of the sword
Come and tell their story again
Under guard of 42
Along a secret avenue
Castel Saint Angelo is waiting
They're the guards of the Holy See
They're the guards of Christianity
Their path through history is paved with salvation
They're the 189
In the service of Heaven
They're protecting the holy line
It was 1527
Gave their lives on the steps to Heaven
Thy will be done!
For the grace, for the might of our Lord
For the home of the holy
For the faith, for the way of the sword
Gave their lives so boldly
For the grace, for the might of our Lord
In the name of His glory
For the faith, for the way of the sword
Come and tell their story again
Dying for salvation, with dedication
No capitulation, annihilation
Papal commendation, reincarnation
Heaven is your destination
Dying for salvation, with dedication
No capitulation, annihilation
Papal commendation, reincarnation
Heaven is your destination
In the name of God!
For the grace, for the might of our Lord
For the home of the holy
For the faith, for the way of the sword
Gave their lives so boldly
For the grace, for the might of our Lord
In the name of His glory
For the faith, for the way of the sword
Come and tell their story
Gave their lives so boldly
Come and tell the Swiss Guards' story again!
Writer(s): JOAKIM BRODEN, PAER SUNDSTROEM, CHRISTOFFER ROERLAND
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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