"Two antelopes walk together so the lion ..." - South African Proverb

“Two antelopes walk together so the lion cannot choose which one to chase.”

- South Africanunity

Meaning

Solidarity confuses predators; unity provides mutual protection.

Zulu military tactics emphasized formation and mutual support. Isolation was the enemy's strategy; unity was the warriors' defense.

Origin

South African

Language

isiZulu

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Zulu

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