Bahrainona facts for kids
| English: Our Bahrain | |
|---|---|
| Baħrajnonâ | |
| National anthem of |  Bahrain |
| Lyrics | Jusef Għaṭṭeja ar-Rimâwi |
| Music | Unknown, 1942; later rearranged by ‘Aħmad al-Ġomajri |
| Adopted | 1971 |
"Baħrajnonâ", which means "Our Bahrain", is the official national anthem of Bahrain. A national anthem is a special song that represents a country. It often celebrates the country's history, traditions, and people.
This important song was adopted in 1971. The words, called lyrics, were written by Jusef Għaṭṭeja ar-Rimâwi. The music for the anthem has been around since at least the 1940s. However, the person who first created the music is not known. Later, a singer and composer named ‘Aħmad al-Ġomajri rearranged the music. This means he changed it a bit to make it sound even better.
Contents
What Does the Anthem Say?
The national anthem of Bahrain is a short but powerful song. It talks about the country and its values. The lyrics are originally in Arabic.
English Meaning of the Lyrics
Here is what the words of "Baħrajnonâ" mean in English:
- Our Bahrain,
- Our King
- The symbol of harmony.
- High-ranking in its Constitution
- Your Charter shows the Shari'a way, Arabism, and the values
- Long live your Kingdom of Bahrain!
- Your country of nobles
- and cradle of peace.
- High-ranking in its Constitution
- Your Charter shows the Shari'a way, Arabism, and the values
- Long live your Kingdom of Bahrain!
Understanding the Main Ideas
The anthem speaks about Bahrain as a place of peace and honor. It mentions the country's King and its important laws, like the Constitution and the National Action Charter. These documents guide how the country is run. The song also highlights "Arabism," which refers to the shared culture and identity of Arab people. It celebrates the strong values that are important to Bahrain.
Who Created the Anthem?
The national anthem was created by different people over time.
The Lyricist: Jusef Għaṭṭeja ar-Rimâwi
Jusef Għaṭṭeja ar-Rimâwi wrote the words for "Baħrajnonâ." A lyricist is someone who writes the lyrics for a song. His words help express the pride and spirit of Bahrain.
The Composer: Unknown, Rearranged by ‘Aħmad al-Ġomajri
The original composer of the music is a mystery from the 1940s. Later, ‘Aħmad al-Ġomajri, who was a talented singer and composer, made some changes to the music. This helped shape the anthem into the version we hear today.
When Was the Anthem Adopted?
Bahrain officially adopted "Baħrajnonâ" as its national anthem in 1971. This was the year Bahrain became fully independent. A national anthem is often chosen when a country gains independence. It helps to unite the people and celebrate their new nation.
Images for kids
-
A robot friend
See also
