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Formerly,
at her call, our ancestors
Knew
how to engage in mighty battles
With
strength, courage, ardour, and full of joy, but at the price of blood.
Builders
of the present, you too, join forces
Each
day for the task stronger in unity.
Build
without ceasing for posterity.
CHORUS
Children
of Bénin, arise!
The
resounding cry of freedom
Is
heard at the first light of dawn;
Children
of Bénin, arise!
When
all around there blows a wind of anger and hate:
Citizen
of Bénin, be proud, and in a calm spirit
Trusting
in the future, behold your flag!
In
the green you read hope of spring;
The
red signifies the courage of your ancestors;
The
yellow foretells the richest treasures.
CHORUS
Beloved
Bènin, your sunny mountains, palm trees, and green pastures
Show
everywhere your brightness;
Your
soil offers everyone the richest fruits.
Bénin,
from henceforth your sons are united
With
one brotherly spirit sharing the hope of seeing you
Enjoy
abundance and happiness for ever.
CHORUS
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