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proverb [proverb]

Chuki ni mzigo mzito

Maana (Definition)

Teaching that harboring hostility causes emotional damage to oneself.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Hatred is a heavy burden that harms the bearer

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chuki inakumaliza

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Philosophical Proverb
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Achia msamaha moyoni, kwani chuki ni mzigo mzito."

Translation: Forgive in your heart, for hatred is a heavy burden.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ipate msamahaAmani
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