Nimaan caddaalad samayn, cadaab buu mutaa
NEnglish Translation
He who commits injustice deserves punishment
Context & Meaning
Oppression brings its own downfall — divine justice prevails
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "N"
Nimaan baran, ma barto
He who never learns, learns nothing
He who never learns, learns nothing
Naago badhaadhahooday ka sheekeeyaan, ragna ba'ooda
Women speak of prosperity; men of their downfall
Women speak of prosperity; men of their downfall
Nimaan hubsiimo lahayni, war gal maaha
A man without certainty isn't trustworthy
A man without certainty isn't trustworthy
Nafsigu ma hadho
The soul never remains behind
The soul never remains behind
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
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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.