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1 Samoa’s National Anthem

2 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 "The Banner of Freedom“, is a song that honours the flag of Samoa and has been the national anthem of Samoa since It was composed by Sauni liga Kuresa.

3 The Banner of Freedom Samoan Lyrics English Translation
English Translation Samoan Lyrics Samoa, tula'i ma sisi ia lau fu'a, lou pale lea ; Samoa, tula'i ma sisi ia lau fu'a, lou palelea ; Vaai i na fetu o loo ua agiagia ai ; Le faailoga lea o Iesu na maliu ai mo Samoa Oi ! Samoa e, uu mau lau pule ia faavavau. 'Aua e te fefe, o le Atua lo ta fa'a vae O lota Sa'o lotoga, Samoa, tu'la'i, ia agiagia lau Fu'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 fast Your freedom for ever ! Do not be afraid; as you are founded on God; our treasured precious liberty. Samoa, arise and wave your banner that is your crown!

4 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.

5 Theme of the National Anthem
Stand strong and don’t flinch because God is with you.

6 The Haka All Blacks vs Samoa Hakas 03/09/2008

7 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

8 Now for the real song


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