Marti nin ka yar iyo muddo maalin ka yar, midna lama arag
MEnglish Translation
No guest is smaller than the host, and no stay shorter than a day
Context & Meaning
Hospitality demands generosity — guests deserve respect
Proverb ID
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Darkness, hide me under the nearest tree
Darkness, hide me under the nearest tree
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The heated knife cuts backward
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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.