Saddexna lama saaxiibo: nin aan Rabbi aqoon, nin aan rag aqoon, iyo nin aan run aqoon
SEnglish Translation
Don't befriend one who doesn't know God, doesn't respect men, or doesn't know truth
Context & Meaning
Faith, respect, and honesty form trustworthy friendship
Proverb ID
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "S"
Saddex wer-werkay kugu kordhiyaan: faras xun, naag xun, iyo hoy xun; haddana saddexdaas baa kaa bi'iye
Three things bring anxiety: a bad horse, a bad wif...
Three things bring anxiety: a bad horse, a bad wif...
Soomaalidu been way sheegtaa, beense ma maahmaahdo
Somalis may tell lies, but never in proverbs
Somalis may tell lies, but never in proverbs
Saddex lama arag: marti nin ka yar, muddo maalin ka yar, salaad ragcad ka yar
Three things are never seen: a guest younger than ...
Three things are never seen: a guest younger than ...
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...
Seedi waa beer
A brother-in-law is like a farm
A brother-in-law is like a farm
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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.