Aqoon la'aani waa iftiin la'aan
AEnglish Translation
Ignorance is darkness
Context & Meaning
Knowledge is light — ignorance blinds progress
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Af hadlaaba wuu aamusaa
Even a talking mouth must rest
Even a talking mouth must rest
Adduunyo ka kabo liid, aakhirana salaad liid
Weak in worldly shoes, weak in prayer for the here...
Weak in worldly shoes, weak in prayer for the here...
Aar qoyan dawaco la mood
A wet lion looks like a fox
A wet lion looks like a fox
Amxaaro madax gumac galay leedahaye, madax hadal galo ma leh
The Abyssinian's head takes an arrow, not advice
The Abyssinian's head takes an arrow, not advice
Allow nin aan wax ogayn ha cadaabin
O God, don't punish the ignorant man
O God, don't punish the ignorant man
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Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.