Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
“Gods” is written with no capital letter and “whatever” and “may” strengthen the idea that the author wants the readers to refer to their own beliefs, rather than assume or impose a universal religion. It’s not important which God or entity you believe in, as long as it’s your point of reference when in need.
Invictus