Il ibtilaysan ayaa belaayo tilmaanta

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English Translation

A troubled eye points out the calamity

Context & Meaning

The one suffering sees danger first — hardship sharpens awareness

Proverb ID
#600
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.