Her Kurd Ebг®n - Kurdish Patriotic Anthem -

: The poem traces Kurdish roots back to ancient times, predating both Islam and Zoroastrianism, to establish a deep historical claim to the land.

: It is often associated with the Peshmerga and the broader Kurdish freedom movement, serving as a rallying cry during times of resistance.

While (written by the poet Dildar in 1938) remains the official national anthem for the Kurdistan Region, "Her Kurd Ebîn" holds a special place in the hearts of many Kurds.

: Ahmad wrote the piece during the early years of his political activism, a time when Kurdish cultural expression was often restricted. It was later adopted as a national anthem in 2003 and is frequently performed at official events in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Core Themes and Message

: The central refrain, "We will remain Kurds," asserts that Kurdish identity is innate and cannot be erased by external forces.

: It explicitly rejects labels imposed by others, such as "mountain Turk," and distances Kurdish identity from Arab or Iranian nationalism.

The lyrics of "Her Kurd Ebîn" emphasize the legitimacy of the Kurdish nation and its right to sovereignty. Key themes include:

: The poem was first published in 1949 in the literary journal Gelawêj , which Ahmad co-founded.