"The yam does not ripen in a day." - Igbo Proverb

“The yam does not ripen in a day.”

- Igbopatience

Meaning

Important things take time to develop; impatience produces nothing of value.

Yam cultivation is central to Igbo agriculture and spiritual life. The long growing season teaches patience as a fundamental virtue.

Origin

Igbo

Language

Igbo

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Nigerian

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Nigerian

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