Saddex wer-werkay kugu kordhiyaan: faras xun, naag xun, iyo hoy xun; haddana saddexdaas baa kaa bi'iye

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English Translation

Three things bring anxiety: a bad horse, a bad wife, and a bad home — yet those are what you lose

Context & Meaning

Troubles come from what you possess — contentment is inner peace

Proverb ID
#886
Type
Somali Proverb
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.