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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Madiidaan la'aan, waa la midgoobaa
Without unity, isolation follows
Without unity, isolation follows
Ma nimaan wax aqoon baad wax la qaybsataa, mise baddaasaa dhurtaa?
Will you share with the ignorant or drink the sea?
Will you share with the ignorant or drink the sea?
Misbax minankaaga u mugdi ah, minan dad kale ma loogu nuraa?
If your house is dark, do you light others'?
If your house is dark, do you light others'?
Manjo dhooqo leh, kuwo dhaqanaa ka roon
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
A muddy reed is worse than clean ones
Meel hal lagu qalay, mana hadal yara mana hilib yara
The place where a camel is slaughtered lacks neith...
The place where a camel is slaughtered lacks neith...
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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.