Naf wax jecel, Eebbe baa dhibay
NEnglish Translation
God tests the one who loves something deeply
Context & Meaning
Attachment brings trials — love comes with sacrifice
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nacas meel uu dumo buu ka dhisaa
The fool builds where he'll later destroy
The fool builds where he'll later destroy
Nin kuu digay, kuma dilin
The one who warned you didn't kill you
The one who warned you didn't kill you
Nin walba meeshii buktaa, belbeshaa
Every man scratches where it itches
Every man scratches where it itches
Nin gu kaa weyn, garaad kaa weyn
The elder has more wisdom
The elder has more wisdom
Nimaan naxariisan, looma naxariisto
He who shows no mercy is shown none
He who shows no mercy is shown none
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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.