Beerka jecli, xaydha jecli
BEnglish Translation
Love the liver, love the fat
Context & Meaning
If you love one part, love the whole — accept people entirely
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "B"
Basari buulkeeda bayaa waaye
The sparrow belongs to its own nest
The sparrow belongs to its own nest
Balaayo laba qad ma leh
Calamity doesn't eat twice a day
Calamity doesn't eat twice a day
Bawdo rag, maalinba mid baa qaawan
Among men, one's thigh is exposed each day
Among men, one's thigh is exposed each day
Belaayo hor la qabtay leedahay, ee dabo la qabto ma leh
Trouble can be stopped from the front, not from be...
Trouble can be stopped from the front, not from be...
Beeni raad ma leh
Lies leave no trail
Lies leave no trail
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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.