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'''Απολυτίκιο του Τιμίου Σταυρού''' (Dutch: ''Troparion of the Holy Cross'') is the national anthem of the Romalean Empire.
'''Απολυτίκιο του Τιμίου Σταυρού''' (English: ''Troparion of the Holy Cross'') is the national anthem of the Rhomaion Empire. Historically, it was frequently sung after victory in battles or in ceremonies. In 1793, it was officially adopted as a national anthem. The source of the anthem is unknown but has been carried on through custom and tradition. The anthem is unusually short in lyrics compared to other nations, though it is chanted at a slow pace. It is religiously themed, reflective of the Emperor's divine mandate to rule.


==Conventions==
==Conventions==
* The line, ''Grant victory to the Emperors'', typically is adjusted to whatever Emperor or Empress is currently in power. As of now, the line is ''Grant victory to Emperor Constantine''.
* The line, ''Grant victory to the Emperors'', typically is adjusted to whatever Emperor or Empress is currently in power. As of now, the line is ''Grant victory to Emperor Constantine''.
* All Rhomaions are required to stand, if they are able to, when it is announced that the anthem will be sung.
* Those who aren't composing the anthem or holding the flag must place their hand over their heart.
* In formal occasions, those who compose and sing the anthem are required to dress in a traditional outfit. Females are required to veil while singing the anthem.
* The anthem may be repeated 3 times in formal occasions.
* Whenever a new Emperor or Empress is placed into power, all news channels are required by law to temporarily show footage of the coronation and ensure that the anthem is recorded.


==Lyrics==
==Lyrics==
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:Grant victory to the Emperors,
:Grant victory to the Emperors,
:    over the barbarians
:    over the barbarians
:and by virtue of Thy cross,
:And by virtue of Thy cross,
:    preserve Thy habitation.
:    preserve Thy habitation.
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==External links==
==External links==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-lyTGeUMiY Instrumental, single stanza (YouTube)]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9e7HuSXuLUI]


{{Lindenholt topics}}
{{Romaikos Topics}}
{{Sunalaya Topics}}
{{Sunalaya Topics}}
[[Category:Anthems]][[Category:Lindenholt]]
[[Category:Anthems]][[Category:Romaikos]]

Latest revision as of 04:14, 23 July 2019

Απολυτίκιο του Τιμίου Σταυρού
English: "Troparion of the Holy Cross"
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National anthem of  Romaikos
MusicVesta Bardane, 1903
AdoptedMay 1793 (1793-05)

Απολυτίκιο του Τιμίου Σταυρού (English: Troparion of the Holy Cross) is the national anthem of the Rhomaion Empire. Historically, it was frequently sung after victory in battles or in ceremonies. In 1793, it was officially adopted as a national anthem. The source of the anthem is unknown but has been carried on through custom and tradition. The anthem is unusually short in lyrics compared to other nations, though it is chanted at a slow pace. It is religiously themed, reflective of the Emperor's divine mandate to rule.

Conventions

  • The line, Grant victory to the Emperors, typically is adjusted to whatever Emperor or Empress is currently in power. As of now, the line is Grant victory to Emperor Constantine.
  • All Rhomaions are required to stand, if they are able to, when it is announced that the anthem will be sung.
  • Those who aren't composing the anthem or holding the flag must place their hand over their heart.
  • In formal occasions, those who compose and sing the anthem are required to dress in a traditional outfit. Females are required to veil while singing the anthem.
  • The anthem may be repeated 3 times in formal occasions.
  • Whenever a new Emperor or Empress is placed into power, all news channels are required by law to temporarily show footage of the coronation and ensure that the anthem is recorded.

Lyrics

English translation
O Lord, save Thy people,
and bless Thine inheritance!
Grant victory to the Emperors,
over the barbarians
And by virtue of Thy cross,
preserve Thy habitation.

External links

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