Let’s get better together transform your life and mind by learning from simple, insightful moral sayings and counsel passed on from our forefathers. Join us as we explore the meaning of the Luhya proverb “eshibishe neshilie”. Not only will you get to know similar Luhya proverbs, but you’ll also get inspired and transformed by honest morals and conscientious values drawn from Luhya culture.
Translation: Eshibishe neshilie in English
Food that is stored will be eaten when needed most
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The moral and meaning of this Luhya proverb
This proverb from the Luhya of Kenya is similar in meaning to the Swahili proverb akiba haiozi – a saving does not rot. Meaning, a saving will be useful one day. Therefore, this proverb reminds us of the need to save. Saving helps insure against bad things that may happen in the future. According to the wisdom of this proverb, the true value of savings is seen at the most desperate of moments.
Similar Luhya proverbs to eshibishe neshilie from across mulembe
Kindly note that some of the proverbs listed below maybe simply versions of eshibishe neshilie in other Luhya dialects. However, we do encourage you to explore the meaning of the listed proverbs. This is because slight differences in translation, meaning and sometimes in culture do exist between the Luhya tribes; and these differences offer interesting insights on Luhya culture and language.
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Drawn from all over mulembe, these proverbs express deeply held beliefs shared by the different Luhya subtribes. Get to know more about this honest African culture famed for its love of peace, by combing through our library highlighted using the links below
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