Guur iyo guul waa labo guri kala yaal
GEnglish Translation
Marriage and victory live in separate houses
Context & Meaning
Success in one area doesn't guarantee peace in another
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "G"
Gurbaan garabkaaga ha kuugu jiro, ama gacalkaa hakuu hayo
Let the drum be under your arm or held by your kin
Let the drum be under your arm or held by your kin
Geel dareeray, nin ka dayrshay ma awliya Allaa
He who predicted the camels' departure isn't a sai...
He who predicted the camels' departure isn't a sai...
Geed walba, in la gubaa waa hoos taal
Every tree hides the potential to burn
Every tree hides the potential to burn
Gaal dil, gartiisana sii
Kill the infidel, but give him his right
Kill the infidel, but give him his right
Gar waa loo wada islaam
Judgment belongs equally to all
Judgment belongs equally to all
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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.