The Lithuania national anthem, “Tautiška giesmė” (National Hymn), celebrates the unity and heritage of the Lithuanian nation. Below are the original lyrics in Lithuanian and their English translation.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Tautiška giesmė (National Hymn)
- Written Date: 1898
- Lyricist: Vincas Kudirka
- Composer: Vincas Kudirka
- Official Adoption Date: 1919
Original Lyrics in Lithuanian
Lietuva, Tėvyne mūsų,
Tu didvyrių žeme,
Iš praeities Tavo sūnūs
Te stiprybę semia.
Tegul Tavo vaikai eina
Vien takais dorybės,
Tegul dirba Tavo naudai
Ir žmonių gėrybei.
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Lithuania national anthem English version. “Tautiška giesmė” reflects the pride and unity of Lithuania. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
Lithuania, our homeland,
Land of heroes,
Let your sons draw strength
From the past.
Let your children always follow
Only the paths of virtue,
May they work for your benefit
And the good of mankind.
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