Supporters of this change, such as writer Nikola Indzhov, argue that its focus on education and enlightenment provides a more unifying and timeless message for the Bulgarian people.
It is performed at every Bulgarian school during graduation ceremonies and is a central part of the May 24th celebrations, often regarded with as much reverence as the national anthem itself. Proposed Status as a National Anthem
The anthem is dedicated to Saints Cyril and Methodius, the creators of the Glagolitic alphabet, which evolved into the Cyrillic script:
It celebrates literacy, science, and the "power of the word" as the foundation of national freedom and progress.