Der er et yndigt land facts for kids
| English: There is a Lovely Land | |
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| National anthem of |  Denmark |
| Lyrics | Adam Oehlenschläger |
| Music | Hans Ernst Krøyer |
| Adopted | 1835 |
Der er et yndigt land is the civil national anthem of Denmark. Its name means "There is a Lovely Land". This song became Denmark's official anthem in 1835. The music was created by Hans Ernst Krøyer in the same year. The words, or lyrics, were written by Adam Oehlenschläger in 1819.
Denmark actually has another national anthem called Kong Christian stod ved højen mast. Both are official, but Kong Christian is usually used for special royal events and military ceremonies.
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What the Anthem is About
The lyrics of "Der er et yndigt land" paint a beautiful picture of Denmark. They describe the country's lovely nature, like its wide beech trees and salty eastern beaches. The song also talks about Denmark's hills and valleys.
Meaning of the Verses
The anthem's words celebrate Denmark's history and its people.
First Verse: The Beautiful Land
The first part of the song describes Denmark as a beautiful place. It mentions the green beech trees and the sea. It also calls Denmark "Freja's hall," referring to Freyja, a goddess from Norse mythology. This shows how special and almost magical the land is.
Second Verse: Brave Ancestors
The second verse looks back at the past. It talks about "armoured giants" who rested after battles. These are the brave warriors and heroes from Denmark's history. It says their bones now rest under "bautasten," which are old standing stones or monuments. This part honors the people who fought for Denmark.
Third Verse: The People and Nature
This verse reminds us that the land is still beautiful today. It speaks of the blue sea and green leaves. It also praises the people of Denmark: "noble women, beautiful maidens, and men and brave lads." It says they live on the Danish islands, showing the strength and spirit of the people.
Fourth Verse: Loyalty and Future
The final verse is a cheer for the king and the country. It salutes every Danish citizen who does their best for the nation. It promises that "Our ancient Denmark shall remain" as long as the beech trees reflect their tops in the blue waves. This shows a strong hope for Denmark's future.
Interesting Facts
- Denmark and New Zealand are the only countries in the world that officially use more than one national anthem.
- Denmark's other anthem, Kong Christian stod ved højen mast, has the same official status as Der er et yndigt Land.
See also
In Spanish: Der er et yndigt land para niños
