Saturday, April 26, 2008

Some famous African quotes

Let's review some famous African quotes today and their meanings:



" Jirikurun men o men ji la, a te ke bama ye."

This is a quote from the Bambara ethnic tribe. The Bambara ethnic tribe is mainly based in Mali. The translation in English is:

" No matter how long a log stays in the water, it doesn't become a crocodile."
Apparently in the daily life it is used by the Bambara people to explain that you can't be something you are not. Therefore you just have to be yourself.

" Talking doesn't fill the basket in the farm"

This proverb is from West Africa and means that success requires planning and hard work.

" If your house is burning, there is not time to go hunting."

This is also a proverb from West Africa and means that priorities are important in planning activities

Finally, don't forget that you can purchase some great African art if you visit the following link:

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