Ban waraabiyo gaal baqataba, baraar la helaa
BEnglish Translation
Whether from hyena or infidel, wisdom can be found
Context & Meaning
Good lessons can come from anyone — value truth, not the source
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Barasho u yeelo geedkaad cugsan doonto
Get to know the tree you'll lean on
Get to know the tree you'll lean on
Bilaysin bir ka adag
A promise is harder than iron
A promise is harder than iron
Bidaari sibiq bay kugu gashaa
Evil enters you silently
Evil enters you silently
Belaayo aanad guriga keensan, bannaanka kaama raacdo
Trouble you didn't bring home won't follow you out...
Trouble you didn't bring home won't follow you out...
Biyahaan fiiqsi loo liqin iyo hadalkaan fiirsi loo oran, feer bay wax yeelaan
Water swallowed carelessly and words spoken though...
Water swallowed carelessly and words spoken though...
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About Somali Proverbs
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.