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Pride of Jamaica

WORDS AND SONGS

Throughout this book, we have included pull quotes referencing lyrics from prose and songs

that relay our national pride. We have included some of these complete texts below.

The Jamaican Flag

The sun shineth, the land is green and the people are strong and creative.

Jamaica’s National Motto

Out of many, one people

National Pledge of Jamaica

Before God and all mankind, I pledge the love and loyalty of my heart, the wisdom and courage of my mind, the
strength and vigour of my body in the service of my fellow citizens; I promise to stand up for justice, brotherhood
and peace, to work diligently and creatively, to think generously and honestly, so that Jamaica may, under God, Coat of Arms
increase in beauty, fellowship and prosperity, and play her part in advancing the welfare of the whole human race.

The Jamaican Jamaica National Song
National Anthem National Song for Schools

Words by A.L. Hendricks, By Victor Stafford Reid
Words by Hon. Hugh Sherlock, OJ, OBE,
Music by Lloyd Hall
Music by Hon. Robert Lightbourne, OJ,
I pledge my heart forever
Arrangement by
Jamaica, land of beauty, To serve with humble pride
Eugene Mapletoft Poulle, CD
We promise faithfully This shining homeland, ever
and Christine Poulle-Lindo, OD
To serve thee with our talents So long as earth abide.
And bring our gifts to thee. I pledge my heart, this island
Eternal Father bless our land, Jamaica we will always As God and faith shall live National Flower:
Guard us with Thy mighty hand, In honour of thy name, My work, my strength, Lignum Vitae
Keep us free from evil powers, Work steadfastly and wisely my love and my loyalty to give.
Be our light through countless hours. And never bring thee shame. O green isle of the Indies,
To our leaders, Great Defender, From riverside to mountain Jamaica, strong and free,
Grant true wisdom from above. From cane field to the sea, Our vows and loyal promises
Justice, truth, be ours forever, Our hearts salute Jamaica, O heartland, ’tis to thee.
Jamaica, land we love. Triumphant, proud and free.
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica land we love.

Together in our country,
Teach us true respect for all, In love and brotherhood.
Stir response to duty’s call, We’ll work and play in freedom,
Strengthen us, the weak to cherish, As all God’s children should,
Give us vision lest we perish. With hearts and hands united
Knowledge send us, Heavenly Father, In thanks for everything,
Grant true wisdom from above. That God has given unto us, National Fruit:
Justice, truth, be ours forever, Together let us sing, Ackee
Jamaica, land we love. From riverside to mountain National Bird:
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica land we love. Doctor Bird
From cane field to the sea,
Our hearts salute Jamaica, (Red-Billed National Tree:
Triumphant, proud and free. Streamertail) Blue Mahoe

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