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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Proverbs starting with "M"
Musqul nin galay, muraad buu leeyahay
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
Whoever enters a toilet has a purpose
Ma xasuusto, isma xabaalo
I don't remember, and I don't bury myself
I don't remember, and I don't bury myself
Maaweelo ma bogsiiso meel bugta
Stories don't heal wounds
Stories don't heal wounds
Madax meel ka sarraysa oo la taabtaa ma jirto
There's no head higher than can be reached
There's no head higher than can be reached
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
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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.