
African Proverb of the day: 23 March 2023A proverb reflects and reveals a community's culture that provides a glimpse into its value systems, beliefs, and ancient folklore
by Tshuxeko Baloyi
23-03-2023 07:02
in Culture
A proverb is a brief, simple, traditional saying that gives advice based on practical experience, often in the form of a metaphor or allegory. Photo: Pixabay
A proverb reflects and reveals a community's culture that provides a glimpse into its value systems, beliefs, and ancient folklore, used as an affirmation, or, as support to its reader to understand that they are not alone in their suffering, or winning!
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It is an age-old tradition to keep folklore alive and every culture has its own dictionary of proverbs, one of the main aims for keeping track of the legacy of lessons is to keep a community enlivened, positive and reaffirmed.
TODAY'S AFRICAN PROVERB: Proverb: Show me your friend and I will show you your character.
Meaning: This proverb means that a huge part of your behavior is derived from those you associate with the most. Ever heard of the quote that you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with? In other words, no matter how much you try to conceal your behavior, it can be demystified by looking at your friend.
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