"The river knows where to flow; it does n..." - Congolese Proverb

“The river knows where to flow; it does not need a map.”

- Congolesenature

Meaning

Trust your instincts and accumulated knowledge to guide you.

The Congo River's complex network of tributaries navigates the basin without guidance. Natural wisdom is embedded in experience and instinct.

Origin

Congolese

Language

Lingala

“The river is never in a hurry, yet it reaches the sea.”

Malian

“A wise person will always find a way.”

Tanzanian

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