The Albania national anthem, “Himni i Flamurit” (Hymn to the Flag), celebrates the unity and pride of the Albanian nation. Below are the original lyrics in Albanian and their English translation.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Himni i Flamurit (Hymn to the Flag)
- Written Date: 1912
- Lyricist: Aleksandër Stavre Drenova
- Composer: Ciprian Porumbescu
- Official Adoption Date: 1912
Original Lyrics in Albanian
Rreth flamurit të përbashkuar
Me një dëshirë dhe një qëllim,
Të gjithë atij duk’ ju betuar
Të lidhim besën për shpëtim.
Prej lufte veç ai largohet
Që është lindur tradhëtor,
Kush është burrë nuk friksohet,
Po vdes, po vdes si një dëshmor!
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Albania national anthem English version. “Himni i Flamurit” reflects the pride and unity of Albania. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
Around our flag we stand united,
With one wish and one goal,
A sacred oath we bestow upon it
Proclaiming loyalty for our salvation.
From war abstains only he
Who is born a traitor,
He who is a true man is not frightened,
But dies a martyr to the cause.
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