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 Translation.

A new sentiment has come into the world, A mighty voice goes through the earth, On wings of light wind Let it now fly from place to place.


 * Not to the blood-thirsty sword
 * Does it draw the human family :
 * To the ever-warring world
 * It promises a holy harmony.

Beneath the sacred banner of hope Peaceful warriors gather, And the work shall spread rapidly By the labours of the hopeful.


 * The walls of centuries firmly stand
 * Between the divided peoples ;
 * But the obstinate bars shall give way
 * Beaten down by holy love.

Upon the foundation of a neutral language, Understanding one another, The peoples will form, with one accord, One great family circle.


 * Our diligent adherents
 * Will not become weary in their peaceful labour
 * Till the fair dream of humanity
 * Is realised as an eternal blessing.

The oficial music was composed by M. de Menil, and is to be obtained at the British Esperanto Association, 13, Arundel Street, Strand.