Pẹ̀lẹ́-pẹ̀lẹ́ nijó àgbà; ara gbogbo ló di àkísà tán
Yoruba Proverbs with Bidemi OlogundePlay episode
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In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde explores five Yoruba proverbs about stubbornness, humility, careful judgment, aging, and reputation. When does determination become destructive obstinacy, and how can we recognize the limits of our own expertise? What does it mean to move through life with greater gentleness, and how should experience change the way we respond to age, responsibility, and public reputation? Through historical context and modern examples, Bidemi examines how these traditional sayings continue to offer practical guidance for relationships, leadership, decision-making, and everyday conduct.
A downloadable listener worksheet based on the five proverbs is available here, with reflection questions and practical prompts for applying each lesson.
