La jiifiyaana bannaan, la joojiyaana bannaan
LEnglish Translation
Lying down and standing up are both allowed
Context & Meaning
Everyone has freedom — fairness means letting others choose
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "L"
Lax gawracan maqaarsiib kuma xanuunsato
A slaughtered sheep doesn't feel skinning
A slaughtered sheep doesn't feel skinning
Luuq-luuq maraw, laasim laamiguu iman
The one who wanders side paths finally returns to ...
The one who wanders side paths finally returns to ...
Libaax nin aan aqoon baa lax ka rida
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Only the ignorant bring down a lion
Luqun dheeraatay, madax ma dhaafto
A long neck doesn't surpass the head
A long neck doesn't surpass the head
Lama huraan waa caws jiilaal
The inevitable is like dry grass in drought
The inevitable is like dry grass in drought
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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.