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The National Anthem of the Islamic Republic of Iran was
adopted in 1990, replacing the previous anthem used during the rule of Ruhollah
Khomeini. It was composed by Hassan Riyahi, and the lyrics were written by
Sayed Bagheri. It is the fourth national anthem of Iranian overall.
Due to the death of Supreme Leader Ruhollah Khomeini in
1989, Iran adopted its current anthem after a competition the following year.
At the time of its adoption, it was the second shortest anthem in
the world; the first being the Japanese national anthem "Kimigayo"
with seven lines.
The lyrics are in English
The sun of the east along the horizon
the believers of truth, glim of vision
Bahman, the zenith of our faith
Your message, O Imam, independence
and freedom on our souls engraved
O martyrs, your fervent cries
resound every generation
Enduring, lasting and eternal
The Islamic Republic of Iran
Hmmm... kinda like having dervish dancers doing a march...
ReplyDeleteWhen Iran adopted its current anthem in 1990, I can see it was the second shortest anthem in the world. But why? A nation usually has its population standing, singing loudly and getting excited, but Iran's anthem is so short, they won't have time to get excited.
ReplyDeleteIt is short but it's ok, Jo-Anne.
ReplyDeleteIran is a hot, horrible mess in the Middle East. They used to have real freedom. Such a shame! Blessings, Jo-Anne!
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