For This We Stand

For This We Stand © 2001 Jim Scott

For this we stand, all peoples of the earth,

In spirit as in law across the sacred land;

A worth and dignity bestowed to each as right of birth

Our lives in interdependence,

For this we stand.

For this we stand, one human family,

Evolving tapestry spun of a single strand;

Of earth and water born, this harvest of diversity

One flame of life bright within us

For this we stand.

For this we stand, mysterious unity,

Integrity, as from the single artist's hand.

Our humble step informed by wisdom of the centuries

Our every breath gift of spirit

For this we stand.

Lyrics Submitted by Jim Scott