By Damilola Adeyera
Language: Yoruba
Bí a bá ń bú ẹtù, inú a máa run awó.
Translation:
When the male guinea fowl is insulted, its female counterpart feels the pain deeply.
What’s The Lesson:
One of the beauties of genuine relationships is the ability to share not only moments of joy but also the burdens of pain. When two people are truly connected, the suffering of one becomes a concern for the other.
Whether in marriage, business, friendship or any meaningful partnership, genuine affection demands empathy, loyalty and a willingness to stand together in difficult moments. When one partner is attacked, the other should not be indifferent, for the strength of a bond is often revealed in how we respond to each other’s struggles.
Indeed, love is more than a declaration; it is the capacity to feel another person’s pain, defend their dignity and remain steadfast when circumstances become uncomfortable.
Ojumo Ire is a daily African devotional concept rooted in the rich heritage of African proverbs, folklore, wisdom, and timeless traditions.
Every morning, Atunda TV will awaken its readers to inspiring African proverbs, both old and emerging, offering reflections and practical wisdom that can serve as guides for daily living.
Through Ojumo Ire, ancient wisdom meets contemporary life, reminding us that Africa’s intellectual heritage is not merely something to preserve in museums or history books. It remains a living source of guidance for business, leadership, relationships, community, resilience, and everyday decision-making.
From Lagos to Addis Ababa, Accra to Nairobi, Kigali to Johannesburg, and across the continent, African wisdom carries many languages but speaks to many of the same human experiences.
Ojumo Ire is an invitation to pause, reflect, and begin each morning with a piece of African wisdom.