"The frog in the well knows nothing of th..." - Senegalese Proverb

“The frog in the well knows nothing of the great sea.”

- Senegalesewisdom

Meaning

Limited experience produces limited understanding; broaden your horizons.

Cultural Context

Wolof fishing communities contrast the vastness of the Atlantic with inland water sources. Travel and exploration are valued for broadening perspective.

Origin

Senegalese

Language

Wolof

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