"When the shepherd comes home in peace, t..." - Ethiopian Proverb

“When the shepherd comes home in peace, the milk is sweet.”

- Ethiopiancommunity

Meaning

Community well-being depends on the safe return and happiness of its members.

Oromo pastoral life revolves around herding. The shepherd's safe return signals prosperity and peace for the entire community.

Origin

Ethiopian

Language

Oromo

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