Maroodi takarta saaran ma arkee, ta kale saaran buu arkaa
MEnglish Translation
The elephant doesn't see its own sore but sees another's
Context & Meaning
People notice others' faults before their own — self-awareness is rare
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Mukulaal minankeedii joogta, miciya aar bay leedahay
A cat at home has a lion's claws
A cat at home has a lion's claws
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?
Maalintii intay ishaadu gaadho, la hadal; habeenkiina inta gacantaadu gaadho
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
By day speak only to whom your eye reaches; by nig...
Madiidaan la'aan, waa la midgoobaa
Without unity, isolation follows
Without unity, isolation follows
Madax aanad lahayn, miyirkiisa laysma saaro
You can't trust the mind of a head you don't own
You can't trust the mind of a head you don't own
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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.