The Samoa national anthem, “The Banner of Freedom,” is a symbol of national pride and unity. Below are the original lyrics in Samoan.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: The Banner of Freedom
- Written Date: 1962
- Lyricist: Sauni Iiga Kuresa
- Composer: Sauni Iiga Kuresa
- Official Adoption Date: 1962
Original Lyrics in Samoan
Sāmoa, tula’i ma sisi ia lau fu’a, lou pale lea!
Sāmoa, tula’i ma sisi ia lau fu’a, lou pale lea!
Vaai i na fetu o lo’ua agiagia ai;
Le faailoga lea o Iesu na maliu ai mo Sāmoa.
Oi, Sāmoa e, uu mau lau pule ia faavavau.
’Aua e te fefe; o le Atua lo ta fa’a’vae,
O lota sa’olotoga;
O upu moni ia;
Fa’avae ia lou malo ma si’itia lau pule ia Sāmoa,
ia Sāmoa, ia Sāmoa.
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Samoa national anthem English version. “The Banner of Freedom” reflects the pride and unity of Samoa. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
Samoa, arise and raise your flag, your crown!
Samoa, arise and raise your flag, your crown!
Look at those stars that are waving there;
The sign of Jesus who died on the cross for Samoa.
Oh, Samoa, hold fast your power forever.
Do not be afraid; God is our foundation,
Our freedom;
These are the words of truth;
Establish and raise your government and authority Samoa,
Samoa, Samoa.
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