Nimaan damiir lahayn, dadnimo ma leh
NEnglish Translation
A man without conscience has no humanity
Context & Meaning
Morality defines being human — ethics sustain community
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
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
Naago badhaadhahooday ka sheekeeyaan, ragna ba'ooda
Women speak of prosperity; men of their downfall
Women speak of prosperity; men of their downfall
Naaguhu hoosiis bay hadh moodaan
Women mistake shade for shelter
Women mistake shade for shelter
Naf aan la ilaalin, waa naf la illaabay
A soul unprotected is a soul abandoned
A soul unprotected is a soul abandoned
Nacfi nin aan Eebbe aqoon, uma qalmo
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
Prosperity doesn't suit one who forgets God
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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.