The Vatican City national anthem, “Inno e Marcia Pontificale,” is a symbol of national pride and unity. Below are the original lyrics in Italian.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Inno e Marcia Pontificale
- Written Date: 1869
- Lyricist: Antonio Allegra
- Composer: Charles Gounod
- Official Adoption Date: 1950
Original Lyrics in Italian
Roma immortale di Martiri e di Santi,
Roma immortale accogli i nostri canti:
Gloria nei cieli a Dio nostro Signore,
Pace ai Fedeli, di Cristo nell’amore.
A Te veniamo, Angelico Pastore,
In Te vediamo il mite Redentore,
Cresca il trionfo, del Tuo bel Vaticano,
Accresca il vanto, di popolo Cristiano.
Salve Salve, Roma immortale di Martiri e di Santi.
Salve Salve, Roma immortale, accogli i nostri canti.
Gloria nei cieli a Dio nostro Signore,
Pace ai Fedeli, di Cristo nell’amore.
Salve Salve, Roma immortale, accogli i nostri canti.
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Vatican City national anthem English version. “Inno e Marcia Pontificale” reflects the pride and unity of the Vatican. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
O immortal Rome, of Martyrs and Saints,
O immortal Rome, accept our praises:
Glory in the heavens to God our Lord,
And peace to men who love Christ!
To You we come, Angelic Pastor,
In You we see the gentle Redeemer,
The Holy Heir of a true and holy Faith;
Comfort and strength to those who love Christ!
Hail, O Rome, Eternal beacon, with your Saints,
And Martyrs, light in the world, spread your glory,
Hail, O Rome, Eternal beacon, with your Saints
And Martyrs, light in the world, spread your glory!
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