The national anthem
The Syan national anthem comes in the form of a traditional ninaasa poem, with each three-word line using ancient metaphors to show its meaning. The anthem is played or sung at all political events/meetings as well as any sporting events and, in some areas of the nation, at the beginning of the school day. The untranslated anthem is shown below:
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bia-laas-ili syana-saa
gin-ili di-doaro-sinaa-li o’bia-o-’maraas-aka
gon-aka di-maraas-lalin-ili o’maraas-aka
lad-ili lynaali-saa o’kakaamisal-aka
laad-aka di-maraas-lalin-ili sasia-ka
gaan-aka siaa-li o’kakaamisal-aka
lad-ili doro-kara-ka o'lili-ka
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Literally translated, this may appear to be random phrases, however when applying the meanings to each ninaasa phrase you can see the english lyrics.
(literal translation)
Great Syana
Eight orange forests
Six brown trees
Four white oceans
Two brown blades
Seven black oceans
Four pink birds
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(english interpretation)
Great Syana
an untroubled community
enduring past conflicts
an unending powerful monarchy
pride in traditions and ceremonies
constant progress into the unknown
a strong love for freedom
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