"The mother of a beautiful woman is the mother of the whole community." - Somali Proverb

“The mother of a beautiful woman is the mother of the whole community.”

- Somalicommunity

Meaning

When one family has something admirable, the whole community shares in the pride.

Somali clan culture distributes honor and responsibility. A family's distinction elevates the entire lineage and community.

Origin

Somali

Language

Somali

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