"The family bond is like a chain; each li..." - Kenyan Proverb

“The family bond is like a chain; each link depends on the others.”

- Kenyanfamily

Meaning

Every family member is essential; a single broken link weakens the whole.

Luo extended family networks in western Kenya depend on every member fulfilling their obligations. One absent link strains all others.

Origin

Kenyan

Language

Luo

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