Nacas baa naftiisa neceb
NEnglish Translation
A fool hates his own soul
Context & Meaning
Self-destructive people ruin themselves through ignorance
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Naagi kun nin way la sheekaysataa, kowna way ka guursataa
A woman may talk to a thousand men but marries one
A woman may talk to a thousand men but marries one
Nimaan talo lahayn, waa nin aan waddo lahayn
A man without advice is like a traveler without a ...
A man without advice is like a traveler without a ...
Nin casarkii isa sheegay, cishihii ceebi ma qabato
He who confesses by afternoon isn't shamed at nigh...
He who confesses by afternoon isn't shamed at nigh...
Nacas nacabkiis ma yaqaan
A fool doesn't know his enemy
A fool doesn't know his enemy
Nimaan naftiisa ogayn, Eebbe ma yaqaan
He who doesn't know his soul doesn't know his Lord
He who doesn't know his soul doesn't know his Lord
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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.