God mar ku asturay xumaantiisa lama sheegsheego
GEnglish Translation
Once a pit has covered your shame, don't expose it again
Context & Meaning
When a wrong is forgiven or hidden, don't bring it back — forget the past
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gar waa loo wada islaam
Judgment belongs equally to all
Judgment belongs equally to all
Gorgortan saaxiib iyo walaal toona ma yaqaan
Bargaining recognizes neither friend nor brother
Bargaining recognizes neither friend nor brother
Geesi Allaah ma xilo
God doesn't neglect the brave
God doesn't neglect the brave
Gubashada geed ma wada hadho
When a tree burns, no leaf survives
When a tree burns, no leaf survives
Gari Ilaahay bay taqaan
Justice belongs to God
Justice belongs to God
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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.