National Anthem of Saudi Arabia facts for kids
| English: The National Anthem | |
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| an-Našīd al-Waṭaniyy | |
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| National anthem of |  Saudi Arabia |
| Lyrics | ‘Ebrâhim Xafâġi, 1984 |
| Music | Abdol-Raħman al-Xaṭib, 1947 |
| Adopted | 1950, 1984 |
The national anthem of Saudi Arabia is a special song that represents the country. It's also known by its first words, "Hasten!" (سارعي Sâregħi). This anthem was first chosen in 1950.
A few years before that, the King of Egypt, Fâruq, gave this song as a gift to King Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia when he visited Egypt. The music for the song was created by Abdol-Raħman al-Xaṭib. Later, Serâġ Omar changed the music a bit. In 1984, ‘Ebrâhim Xafâġi wrote the words, or lyrics, for the song. In the same year, the anthem was officially adopted again with these new lyrics.
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Understanding the Saudi National Anthem
A national anthem is a patriotic musical song that represents a country. It's usually played at important events, like sports games or national celebrations.
The Anthem's History and Creation
The music for Saudi Arabia's anthem was first composed in 1947. It became the official anthem in 1950. However, for many years, it didn't have any official words. It was just an instrumental piece, meaning it was played only with instruments.
When Were the Lyrics Added?
The lyrics, or words, for the anthem were written much later, in 1984. This is when ‘Ebrâhim Xafâġi wrote them. After the words were added, the anthem was officially adopted again, this time with both the music and the lyrics.
Lyrics of the Saudi National Anthem
The anthem's words talk about glory, praising the Creator, and raising the green flag of Saudi Arabia. It also mentions the King and the country.
Official Arabic Lyrics Since 1984
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Arabic Script
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Roman Arabic
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سَارِعِي |
Sâregħi |
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is what the lyrics mean in English:
- Hasten!
- To glory and supremacy,
- Exalt the Creator of heavens!
- And raise the green flag
- Carrying the written light of aegis;
- Repeat: "Allahu Akbar!"
- O my country!
- My country,
- As pride of Muslims live on!
- Long live the King
- For the flag
- And the land!
See also
In Spanish: Himno nacional de Arabia Saudita para niños
