Gurbaan garabkaaga ha kuugu jiro, ama gacalkaa hakuu hayo

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English Translation

Let the drum be under your arm or held by your kin

Context & Meaning

Keep control or trust only close allies — independence or family is safety

Proverb ID
#496
Type
Somali Proverb
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.