What does the Jamaican national anthem mean?

Verse 1

Eternal Father, bless our land

Guard us with Thy Mighty hand

Keep us free from evil's pow'r

In peace and righteouness.

Chorus

Jamaica, land we love

Our own dear native land.

Verse 2

Teach us true respect for all

Stir response to duty's call

Strengthen us the weak to raise

And mold our minds with lasting praise.

Chorus

Jamaica, land we love

Our own dear native land.

Verse 3

Preserve the beauty of our Isle

Keep us from envy and strife

Father help us to defend

Both life and liberty.

Chorus

Jamaica, land we love

Our own dear native land.

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