Nabsi waa nin kugu dhashay
NEnglish Translation
Vengeance grows within you
Context & Meaning
Holding grudges poisons the self — forgiveness frees the heart
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Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan caddaalad lahayn, run ma yaqaan
Without justice, truth is unknown
Without justice, truth is unknown
Nimaan kuu furi doonin, yuusan kuu rarin
Don't let one who won't open your load, carry it
Don't let one who won't open your load, carry it
Nimaan qooq dilin, maroodi ma dilo
He who doesn't kill lust, can't kill an elephant
He who doesn't kill lust, can't kill an elephant
Nin kuu digay, kuma dilin
The one who warned you didn't kill you
The one who warned you didn't kill you
Nimaan hubsiimo lahayni, war gal maaha
A man without certainty isn't trustworthy
A man without certainty isn't trustworthy
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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.