Out beneath the desert morning, Israel walked from Egypt's land. Then beyond the empty wasteland Rose a thunder from the sand. Chariots beneath the banners, Six hundred wheels came on. Pharaoh's army crossed the desert. Freedom Nearly gone. Before them rolled the endless water, Behind them came the sword. And the people turned on Moses: Were there no graves In Egypt, Lord? Moses stood before the people: Do not fear! Stand your ground! The Lord will fight this battle! BETWEEN THE SEA AND THE SWORD! Caught beneath the burning sky! BETWEEN THE SEA AND THE SWORD! No escape on either side! Sea ahead! The sword behind! Hear the chariots drawing near! BETWEEN THE SEA AND THE SWORD! STAND YOUR GROUND! DO NOT FEAR! Then the pillar moved behind them. Darkness fell. The east wind rose. One road barred By Pharaoh's army. One road No mortal knows. BETWEEN THE SEA AND THE SWORD! Hear the storm begin to rise! BETWEEN THE SEA AND THE SWORD! Fire burning through the night! No retreat! No turning back! Moses walked Toward the water. Raised his staff Above the sea. And the east wind... Began to blow.
