Walaalkaa markhaatiga ku fur, magtana la bixi
WEnglish Translation
Testify truthfully for your brother, and pay his blood debt if needed
Context & Meaning
Brotherhood means loyalty — stand by kin in both truth and trial
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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
Wadar iyo waaxid, yaa waalan
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
Who's mad — the group or the loner?
Wax kasta wuxuu leeyahay waqtigiis
Everything has its time
Everything has its time
War jiraaba cakaaruu iman
News that exists eventually arrives
News that exists eventually arrives
Wiil intuu ood ka booduu talo ka boodaa
As far as a boy jumps a fence, he jumps over advic...
As far as a boy jumps a fence, he jumps over advic...
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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.