Mar i dage, Ilaahay ha dago; mar labaadse, anaa is dagay
MEnglish Translation
Deceive me once, God curse you; deceive me twice, I blame myself
Context & Meaning
Learn from betrayal — wisdom comes after the first mistake
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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...
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...
Magaalo qayrkaa ha u cay, adiguna ha deynin
Don't insult another's town while staying in yours
Don't insult another's town while staying in yours
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...
Maantana far baan maydhayaaye, hay fadhiyo geelo
Today I wash my hands, let others tend the camels
Today I wash my hands, let others tend the camels
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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.