Aqoon la'aani waa iftiin la'aan
AEnglish Translation
Ignorance is darkness
Context & Meaning
Knowledge is light — ignorance blinds progress
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Alla-aamin ma iisho
He who trusts everyone goes hungry
He who trusts everyone goes hungry
Ama waa la muuqdaa, ama waa la maqanyahay
Either be visible or be absent
Either be visible or be absent
Ayax teg eedna reeb
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
When locusts leave, they leave blame behind
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...
Arrad waa dan, uskase waa doqonniimo
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
Hunger is a need; dirtiness is foolishness
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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.