Naf la'aan, nolol ma jirto
NEnglish Translation
Without a soul, there's no life
Context & Meaning
Life's essence is spirit — material things are empty without it
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Naagi nimay legdaan, kama kacaan
Women don't rise from the man they've overpowered
Women don't rise from the man they've overpowered
Nabaddaad haysato lama oggolaado
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Peace is never appreciated until it's lost
Nimaan Ilaahay ka baqayn, nin ha baqo
He who doesn't fear God won't fear man
He who doesn't fear God won't fear man
Nin kaligii tashaday, waa nin orgi rartay
The man who consults no one is like a man loading ...
The man who consults no one is like a man loading ...
Nimaan naftiisa garan, cid kale ma garan
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
He who doesn't know himself knows no one else
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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.