Mas abur buu dhalaa, aburkuna mas buu dhalaa
MEnglish Translation
The snake gives birth to a dragonfly, and the dragonfly to a snake
Context & Meaning
Evil breeds evil — corruption reproduces itself
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Manfac haddii lagu siiyo, murdiye lama noqdo
When benefit is given, one doesn't remain poor
When benefit is given, one doesn't remain poor
Mar i dage, Ilaahay ha dago; mar labaadse, anaa is dagay
Deceive me once, God curse you; deceive me twice, ...
Deceive me once, God curse you; deceive me twice, ...
Madiidaan la'aan, waa la midgoobaa
Without unity, isolation follows
Without unity, isolation follows
Marti nin ka yar iyo muddo maalin ka yar, midna lama arag
No guest is smaller than the host, and no stay sho...
No guest is smaller than the host, and no stay sho...
Marti nin ka yar iyo muddo maalin ka yar midna lama arag
There's no guest smaller than the host, nor stay s...
There's no guest smaller than the host, nor stay s...
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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.