African Proverbs and Their Meanings

in #african-proverbs7 years ago

When cats hold their meetings, the rats go on vacation

  • Meaning
    Taking risk that can kill a man is very bad

The Antelope that ventures into the Lions den will not live t tell the story of what transpired

  • Meaning
    As a man, you should know your capability and limitations

It is only a poor man that says "Tilapia is more precious than meat

  • Meaning
    Poverty is a curse

The Lizard that nod its head for the downfall of his colleague will die of a stiff neck

  • Meaning
    What you sow, you will reap




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