Abeesana dhul u ekaysaa bay ku dishaa, wadaadna dad u ekaysaa
AEnglish Translation
A snake kills on ground that suits it; a cleric deceives those who trust him
Context & Meaning
Danger and deceit often come disguised in familiarity
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Ama faro dufan leh ku qaad, ama faro dac leh
Either take it with oily hands or rough ones
Either take it with oily hands or rough ones
Adigoo nabad u balawaara, beloy kaalay lama yiraahdo
When you call for peace, don't invite disaster
When you call for peace, don't invite disaster
Adhi-jir xil bay wadaagtaa
Herding is a shared responsibility
Herding is a shared responsibility
Afkii "dab" yiri ma gubto
The mouth that says "fire" doesn't burn
The mouth that says "fire" doesn't burn
Amxaar la arkaybaa Ferenji xaaji
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He who has seen an Abyssinian calls a European a p...
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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.