Broadsword Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Gareth Beaumain 

Cover art for Broadsword lyrics by Jethro Tull

It is quite clear. It is about people who fight AGAINST viking invasion. I presume, Irish or English warriors, who fight against Danes. They see viking ship on the horizon, take up their broadswords, take symbols of their God, hide their women and children, and prepare themselves for battle to defend their land.