Meel Aar ka kacay, Atoor fadh-fadhiistaa
MEnglish Translation
Where the lion leaves, the jackal sits
Context & Meaning
Weakness fills the void of strength — leadership is never empty
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Marti iyo maydba waa la muquunshaa
Guests and corpses are both bent
Guests and corpses are both bent
Madiidaan la'aan, waa la midgoobaa
Without unity, isolation follows
Without unity, isolation follows
Meel aanad seexan doonin, laguma luloodo
Don't swing where you won't sleep
Don't swing where you won't sleep
Muraadka magaalo kaa gala, muraayad baa kaa xigta
Between you and your ambition lies a mirror
Between you and your ambition lies a mirror
Ma waxaad yeeshaa wax naftaada u fiican oo wiilkaaga u xun, mise wax naftaada u xun oo wiilkaaga u fiican?
Will you choose what benefits you but harms your s...
Will you choose what benefits you but harms your s...
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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.