Irish Word a Day – Spéacla

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Two Anthems

Irish Word a Day – Teilifíseán – Television

Simply Because

Simply Because: I’ve posted this simply because it’s a beautiful song. Here’s Sarah McLachlan and Josh Groban. Enjoy

British Anthem, God Save the Queen

This Video can be viewed on Youtube Here.

Personally, I’d call this the English national anthem. All are welcome on the Join Martin Blog but discussing the British national anthem and British patriotism on the Internet does tend to attract the interest of the servants of violence and aggression who have deluded themselves enough to think they are martyrs to a “forgotten England”.  The servants of violence, aggression, hatred and racism are not welcome here. This is the UK. We embrace all people and people of all cultures and are enriched by them. I love my country and I’m talking about patriotism in terms of compassion, understanding, kindness, respect and all the positive qualities that make Britain a great country.

Irish National Anthem & Ireland’s Call

The reason why I’m featuring the national songs and anthems of various countries on this blog is I’m trying to remind people and encourage people to be proud of and reconnect with their heritage. Far too many people link the words “patriotism” and “isolation” together and assume that celebrating one’s own culture means withdrawing from the cultures of other people. That is not the case. The idea is that we celebrate ourselves and celebrate what is important to us and then reach out, recognise and celebrate what is important to others.

In this case, I’ve decided to feature “Ireland’s Call” alongside the Irish national anthem.

The National Anthem of Norway – A Capella

Irish Word a Day – Garáiste – Garage

National Anthem USA

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