New ZealandGod Defend New Zealand|
God of Nations at Thy feet |
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| Guard Pacific's triple star From the shafts of strife and war Make her praises heard afar God defend New Zealand |
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About Anthem
"God Defend New Zealand" is one of the national anthems of New Zealand, together with "God Save the Queen". Although they both have equal status, "God Defend New Zealand" is the anthem that is in common use.
"God Defend New Zealand" has five verses, each in English and translated into Māori. Commonly, only the first verse is sung, in English and/or in Māori, followed by the same verse in the other language. During sports events, it is always sung Māori first and English second (photo: Wellington-from top of Mt. Victoria /source: Wikipedia).
