idiom [verb]

Osha nafsi

Maana (Definition)

To confess wrongdoings and seek spiritual forgiveness to restore inner peace.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

cleanse the soul / purge guilt through confession

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

clear conscience / toboa siri

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Spiritual Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alikwenda nyumbani kwa mzee kuosha nafsi yake baada ya kosa."

Translation: He went to the elder's house to cleanse his soul after the offense.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Tubu tsafisha Ipate msamaha