Doqon Alle bariday, xeradeedii bay ka aragtay
DEnglish Translation
The fool who prayed to God found Him in her tent
Context & Meaning
Fools find meaning only in their limited world — ignorance narrows vision
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Daahdaah hortiis dafo waa
Delay ruins what could have been done early
Delay ruins what could have been done early
Dhillo, intaadan "dhillo" oran, ayadaa ku tiri "dhillo."
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
Before you call her a harlot, she calls you one
Dameer dhaan raacay
The donkey followed the camels
The donkey followed the camels
Doqoni hoosiis bay had mooddaa
A fool mistakes shade for shelter
A fool mistakes shade for shelter
Duur nin galay, waa nin baxay
He who entered the wilderness is as good as gone
He who entered the wilderness is as good as gone
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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.