Wadaanta isha ka xumaataa, faylkay la tagtaa
WEnglish Translation
The cleric who loses sight of justice is ruined by his own book
Context & Meaning
Corruption in the learned destroys their authority
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Walaalkaa dhuux tagoogaa loogu soo subkadaa
Your brother's marrow is brought in a small dish
Your brother's marrow is brought in a small dish
Wax raagaa, rag kuma sama
What lingers long doesn't benefit men
What lingers long doesn't benefit men
Weel waliba wixii ku jiruu dhididaa
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
Every pot sweats according to what's inside it
Wixii faq lagu sheego, fagaaraha ayey tagaan
Whatever is spoken in whispers ends up in the squa...
Whatever is spoken in whispers ends up in the squa...
Wadar iyo waaxid, yaa waalan
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
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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.