Shinbiri maalintii dab qaaday, buulkeedii bay ku gubatay
SEnglish Translation
The bird that took fire during the day burned its own nest
Context & Meaning
Reckless acts backfire — harm often returns home
Proverb ID
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Shir naagood oo shan dhaafay waa shar
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
A women's gathering exceeding five becomes mischie...
Shinbirba shinbirkiisuu la duulaa
Each bird flies with its kind
Each bird flies with its kind
Saddex lama raaco: ma horreeye, ma hambeeye, iyo ma haasawshe
Don't follow the hasty, the lazy, or the flirt
Don't follow the hasty, the lazy, or the flirt
Soor quudheed lama cuno, xoolo quudheedse waa la qaataa
Don't eat what feeds you, but take what feeds your...
Don't eat what feeds you, but take what feeds your...
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.