Mas abur buu dhalaa, aburkuna mas buu dhalaa
MEnglish Translation
A snake begets a dragonfly, and the dragonfly a snake
Context & Meaning
Evil produces evil — nature repeats itself
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Maroodi takarta saaran ma arkee, ta kale saaran buu arkaa
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees ano...
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees ano...
Mas abur buu dhalaa, aburkuna mas buu dhalaa
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the drag...
Maxay ka nuugtaa ama ku nuugtaa, dibno iyo naaso midna ma leh
What can it suck or be sucked with when it has nei...
What can it suck or be sucked with when it has nei...
Madax muuqda iyo mindi sawiran midna lagama samro
One can't endure a visible head wound or a drawn k...
One can't endure a visible head wound or a drawn k...
Macal cune, muuqan doonee
The glutton eventually shows himself
The glutton eventually shows himself
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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.