Saddex lama arag: marti nin ka yar, muddo maalin ka yar, salaad ragcad ka yar
SEnglish Translation
Three things are never seen: a guest younger than the host, a stay shorter than a day, and a prayer shorter than a bow
Context & Meaning
Some traditions have unbreakable forms — respect customs and balance
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Sahaydaa waa hor, socodkaana waa dib
Your provisions go before you, your walk follows b...
Your provisions go before you, your walk follows b...
Shinbiri laba geed ma wada gurato
A bird doesn't build two nests
A bird doesn't build two nests
Saddex looma adkeysto: gaajo guri og, gardarro garab og, cudur geeri og
Three things can't be endured: hunger with food ne...
Three things can't be endured: hunger with food ne...
Saddex baa la yidhi: lixdan jir lexojeclo ha la wadaagin; afartan jir ha la garramin; labaatan jirna ha la legdemin
It's said: don't share secrets with a sixty-year-o...
It's said: don't share secrets with a sixty-year-o...
Sir ma qabe, Allaw sahal
He who hides nothing, may God make his way easy
He who hides nothing, may God make his way easy
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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.