The National Anthem of the Islamic Republic of Iran was adopted in 1990, replacing the previous anthem used during the rule of Ruhollah Khomeini. It was composed by Hassan Riyahi, and the lyrics were written by Sayed Bagheri. It is the fourth national anthem of Iranian overall.

History

Due to the death of Supreme Leader Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989, Iran adopted its current anthem after a competition the following year. At the time of its adoption, it was the second shortest anthem in the world; the first being Japanese national anthem "Kimigayo" of seven lines.

Lyrics

Persian original

English translation

The sun of the east 'long the horizon the believers of truth, glim of vision Bahman, the zenith of our faith Your message, o Imam, independence and freedom on our souls engraved O shahids, your fervent cries resound every generation Enduring, lasting and eternal The Islamic Republic of Iran