Nashid as-Salaam as-Sultani (Arabic: نشيد وطني عماني) is the Sultanate of Oman's national anthem. It was adopted in 1970 and amended on November 6, 1996. The transliteration of the anthem follows. Lyrics: Ya Rabbana Ehfid hi Lana Jalalat Al Sultan Waashabi Fee Al'wtan Bialeizy Walaman. Walyadum Muoayadda, Aahilan Momajjada; Bilnufoosi Yuftda. Walyadum Muoayadda, Aahilan Momajjada; Bilnufoosi Yuftda. Ya Oman, Nahnoo Min Ahd Il Nabi Awfiya Min K'ram Al Arabi. Abshiry Qaboos Jaa Faltubarakhu 'I Sama. Waasidy Waltoq'hi Bilduoaa. English translation: O Lord, protect for us our Majesty the Sultan And the people in our land, With honour and peace. May he live long, strong and supported, Glorified be his leadership. For him we shall lay down our lives. May he live long, strong and supported, Glorified be his leadership. For him we shall lay down our lives. O Oman, since the time of the Prophet We are a dedicated people amongst the noblest Arabs. Be happy! Qaboos has come With the blessing of Heaven. Be cheerful and commend him to the protection of our prayers.