Rag saddex ka ogow: gacan gudhan, gar weecsan, iyo guddoon jilicsan
REnglish Translation
Beware three men: one with an open palm, one with a bent judgment, and one with weak leadership
Context & Meaning
Not all friendliness is honest — trust must be earned
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Rag waxa ugu liita, ciil kama baxe iyo calooshiisa la ciyaare
The worst man is he who never forgives and one who...
The worst man is he who never forgives and one who...
Ruux aan geeri iyo nolol midna ahayn, ma dhiman mana noola
One who's neither alive nor dead is in between
One who's neither alive nor dead is in between
Rag wuxuu kugu bartuu kugu dilaa
A man kills you with what he first knew you by
A man kills you with what he first knew you by
Raad arooryo dib looma raaco
Morning footprints can't be followed back
Morning footprints can't be followed back
Rag waa arrin keen iyo aqbal keen
Men bring ideas and accept them
Men bring ideas and accept them
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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.