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What are Proverbs and Where do the come from?

Proverbs and old sayings reveal many aspects about the cultural  traditions of a society. Proverbs originated from indigenous humble folk who handed down these wise old sayings over the centuries, generation to generation. Many proverbs serve as advisory tales and wise counsel
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Ashanti Traditional Proverbs, Old Sayings and Quotes

Proverbial wisdom and ancient sayings from Africa.


One is born, one dies; the land increases. -- Ashanti Proverb


When women increase in wealth, they are silent. But when they fall into trouble, the whole world gets to know. -- Ashanti Proverb


When the cock is drunk, he forgets about the hawk. -- Ashanti Proverb


When the bag tears, the shoulders get a rest. -- Ashanti Proverb


A child does not laugh at the ugliness of his mother. -- Ashanti Proverb


A worthy cause is worth pursuing to the end. --- Ashanti Proverb


By the time the fool has learned the game, the players have dispersed. -- Ashanti Proverb



We must go back and reclaim our past so we can move forward; so we understand why and how we came to be who we are today. -- Ashanti Proverb


If God breaks your leg, He will teach you how to limp. -- Ashanti Proverb


The responsibility of power is like holding an egg. Grasp it too tightly and it will drip through your fingers; hold it too loosely and it will drop and break --- Ashanti Proverb


The good wife at her husband's home, the other one is at her parent's home. -- Ashanti Proverb


The ruin of a nation begins in the homes of its people. -- Ashanti Proverb


One falsehood spoils a thousand truths. -- Ashanti Proverb

Moral people sleep well at night, but the immoral seem to get pleasure from the waking hours much more. -- Namibia Proverb


When the fish gets rotten, it all starts from the head. -- Namibia Proverb


If you want to give God a good laugh, tell him of your future plans. -- Namibian Proverb


A mother is always a mother. -- Namibia Proverb


Love is a despot who spares no one. -- Namibia Proverb


The ways of the immoral are always predictable. -- Namibia Proverb

From little date seeds, great things are born. -- Namibia Proverb



If you feel you have worthwhile information you would like to contribute we would love to hear from you. We collect proverbs and old sayings from folks all over the globe and appreciate your participation. When submitting please, if possible, site the source and provide English translation. Email to historyofpainter@gmail.com