They all handle the sword, andare expert in war: Every man hath his sword upon his thigh, Because of fear in the night.

All are skilled with the sword, experienced in warfare. Each has his sword at his side prepared for the terror of the night.

All of them holding sword, taught of battle, Each his sword by his thigh, for fear at night.

They all hold the sword, Experts in war; Each hath his sword upon his thigh Because of alarm in the nights.