Jamaica, Land We Love
"Jamaica, Land We Love" is the national anthem of Jamaica. The words were written by Hugh Sherlock and the music was composed by Robert Lightbourne and arranged by Mapletoft Poulle.
| National anthem of | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| Lyrics | Hugh Sherlock |
| Music | Robert Lightbourne |
| Adopted | 1962 |
Lyrics
Eternal Father, bless our land,
Guide us with Thy mighty hand,
Keep us free from evil powers,
Be our light through countless hours.
To our leaders, Great Defender,
Grant true wisdom from above.
Justice, truth be ours forever,
Jamaica, land we love.
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica, land we love.
Teach us true respect for all,
Stir response to duty's call,
Strengthen us the weak to cherish,
Give us vision lest we perish.
Knowledge send us, Heavenly Father,
Grant true wisdom from above.
Justice, truth be ours forever,
Jamaica, land we love.
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica, land we love.
Jamaica, Land We Love Media
Jamaica's anthem, "Jamaica, Land We Love," was first played at Kingston's National Stadium on August 6, 1962, during the country's independence celebrations.
Other websites
- Jamaican Government site on the Anthem (with lyrics) and Pledges Archived 2013-10-11 at the Wayback Machine
- Sound file (mp3)
- [1] Archived 2011-06-04 at the Wayback Machine
