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Samoa’s National Anthem. Name of the Samoan Anthem. The Samoan Anthem is called, Ole Fu’a ole Sa’olotoga O Samoa. (Banner of Freedom)
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Name of the Samoan Anthem • The Samoan Anthem is called, Ole Fu’a ole Sa’olotoga O Samoa. (Banner of Freedom) • “American Samoa“ , is a song with words by Mariota Tiumalu Tuiasosopo and music by Napoleon Andrew Tuiteleapaga, which has been the official territorial anthem of American Samoa since 1950. "The Banner of Freedom“, is a song that honours the flag of Samoa and has been the national anthem of Samoa since 1962. It was composed by Sauni liga Kuresa.
The Banner of Freedom Samoan Lyrics English Translation • Samoa, tula'i ma sisiialaufu'a, lou pale lea ;Samoa, tula'i ma sisiialaufu'a, loupalelea ;Vaaiinafetu o loouaagiagiaai ;Le faailoga lea o Iesunamaliuai mo Samoa Oi !Samoa e, uumaulaupuleiafaavavau.'Aua e tefefe, o le Atua lo tafa'avaeO lotaSa'olotoga,Samoa, tu'la'i, iaagiagialauFu'a lou pale lea. • Samoa, arise and raise your banner that is your crown !Oh! See and behold the stars on the waving banner! They are a sign that Samoa is able to lead.Oh! Samoa, hold fastYour freedom for ever !Do not be afraid; as you are founded on God; our treasured precious liberty.Samoa, arise and waveyour banner that is your crown!
Events at the Time • The introduction of Christianity. • Christianity is arguably the largest religion in the world today. Started at around 30 AD, Christianity is based on the teachings and life of Jesus Christ. Christianity was founded in the first century in Palestine by the disciples of Jesus. Many missionaries spread it, despite heavy persecution, throughout the Roman Empire. Perhaps the most notable missionary was Paul. The various books written by Jesus’ followers after his death, called the New Testament, along with the Old Testament makes up the Christian Bible. The Bible holds all the teachings of Jesus on how all Christians should live out their lives.
Theme of the National Anthem • Stand strong and don’t flinch because God is with you.
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Interesting facts about Samoa • Samoans are known throughout Polynesia as the "happy people" because of their enjoyment of life and their good-spirited nature. After cruising throughout much of Polynesia, famous 19th century author Robert Louis Stevenson, who is known in Samoa as Tusitala or "story-teller," fell in love with the happiness and giving spirit of the Samoan people and settled there in his final years. He is buried atop Mt. Vaea, which overlooks Apia, the capital of Samoa. • Area - Total 2,831 km2 (174th) Population - 2009 estimate 179,000
Now for the real song • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_LtxEHAbNc&feature=related