Nin waalan, tolkii baa u miyir qaba
NEnglish Translation
The madman's clan holds his sanity
Context & Meaning
Community protects the weak — unity compensates for loss
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Naagaha iyo carruurtaba sasabaa lagu wadaa
Both women and children are managed through gentle...
Both women and children are managed through gentle...
Nimaan shaqaysan, shaah waa ka xaaraan
For the idle, even tea is forbidden
For the idle, even tea is forbidden
Nabad la'aani waa nolol la'aan
Without peace, there is no life
Without peace, there is no life
Nimaan dhul marin, dhaayo ma laha
He who hasn't traveled has no eyes
He who hasn't traveled has no eyes
Nimaan rajo lahayn, ma noola
Without hope, one isn't alive
Without hope, one isn't alive
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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.