"A child who carries a big load does not ..." - Nigerian Proverb

“A child who carries a big load does not know how far the journey is.”

- Nigerianstrength

Meaning

Those who take on enormous burdens may not realize the full extent of what lies ahead.

Yoruba market children carry heavy head loads. The proverb warns that courage must be paired with realistic assessment.

Origin

Nigerian

Language

Yoruba

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