SLC-S25/W6 | Community World Tour: Idiomatic Expressions & Proverbs
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It's actually sad to see we're coming to the end of these traditional reminders from the steemit challenge hosted by @kouba01. Such a good way to end what we've learnt for 5 good weeks. The proverbs. Personally, I'll say that proverb bible chapter was written in the old testament, some 3000 years ago if I'm not mistaken and they were written for our instructions.
Currently, the use of proverbs by the younger generation is rare because this is the 21st century and the replenishing of our traditional past isn't as common as it was in the 1990s. Our great grandparents would use proverbs to counsel you and would always use it when there's a meeting with titled men. Even today, it's only those in the village who use those ancient proverbs we hear from our grandparents.
English has modernized a few proverbs relating to what people experience in life. You'll hear sayings like....Life isn't a bed of roses, not all that glitters is gold. Most of us don't really see the importance in cherishing these proverbs the way our grandparents did.
So for this challenge, I would be doing it all to your surprise. I want to win and I'm here to win. Let's start with the first clue. Sorry if my language confuses you. I'll break it down in English so all can understand.
Select a proverb or idiom from your region. Create a short video performance or reenactment that visually and emotionally expresses its meaning. You may use narration, acting, or animation.
In songs, we usually hear idiok itong, eye nam ufen asim nnyin. This means, the desire for more puts us in the position we are in. If our first parents were content, we wouldn't be suffering today. In reality, it means that people who aren't content tend to put others in depressing situations where they have to start their lives all over again. If you're not content, you'll rob a house just to get what the other person has.
Now the proverb proper.
| Proverb 1 | Se owo atóde, eye ke eye ye adók |
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| English meaning | What a person does, this he will also reap |
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This proverb is biblical and it is linked to our ancient parent's 'behaviour, mostly used by elders of the land to advise the young. It all started originally from Adam and Eve as this is the heritage link before it went traditional to communities who uphold culture and tradition. Our first parents took the wrong course which led to their suffering and death, affecting us as their offspring.
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You cannot plant cassava and harvest maize or corn. It cannot be seen anywhere. If it were possible to plant yam and harvest Cocoyam, the proverbs would have changed a long time ago. Since it's impossible, you can't be picking pockets as a daily activity, drinking, smoking, joining bad associates and then you end up as a doctor. It can't be possible. The irony is just there. You'll definitely end up as a robber, cultist or notorious criminal if that nurture is still strong.
The video below shows photo slides of what I'm trying to say. Your parents sent you to school to be successful, have good grades and come out as a better person. If you are studious with your studies and try your best to associate with people who are intelligent, you can't be a failure. It's impossible because you've done your best.
But if you derail from the good course of studying diligently to following people who are determined to be dropouts, people who keep late nights, attend wild parties and the likes, you can never end up being successful in life. Even if you bribe your way out, you'll face the consequences later in life. There's an example of someone who usually steals pen when he was in primary school.
He felt this was a normal attitude and was so good at doing so without people noticing. He grew up with that and was given an opportunity to steal from a business firm. He sowed that life of stealing small and became a professional thief. One day, he was caught and burned. Yes, 99 days for the thief and 1 day for the owner.
| Proverb 2 | Afia Afong Afum ke akai |
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| Meaning | White cloth flies in the forest |
Proverbial interpretation means that if someone hates you, that person will look for ways to kill you. "Owo mumaha oyomde adu wud fi. In life, envy is the silent killer. If someone doesn't like you because of your success, fame, wealth and achievements and that person is given an opportunity to serve a meal for you, he'll definitely kill you, using that as an opportunity to eliminate your name and reputation from the mouth and eyes of people.
That's why it's always said that you should be careful of those whom you call friends because your friend can be your enemy silently. He may not express that he doesn't like you physically but deep down, he feels you've taken something from you and with that, he hates you so much. If given an opportunity, he can stab you to death.
These are a few proverbs and their meanings. I won't go into details
| Edim yere adioho ke tian. Uwene ebe ada me iko | A poor husband is a nagging one |
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| Iwod IBA Afong akan Iwod kiet | Two heads are better than one |
| Iko kiet akem ekpé ennó anie Iwod owo | A word is enough for the wise |
Illustrate an idiom using visual art or symbolism (drawing, collage, photography), and explain it in a voiceover video. Let imagination and image unite to speak a deeper truth.
I think I've done this using voiceover and a few photographs. The pictures illustrate a lot of things. Let me talk about the last slide which says......
| Asua eyen owo isinieghe esie | This means that if you hate someone's child, you won't have yours |
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There are a couple of people today who are bent on treating people's children as slaves because they are maids in their houses. They fail to see that these people they are Bossing around are helpless people and will always succumb even to the points of death. Most people who treat others this way don't usually conceive or have a child of their own. The literal interpretation aside from using the child as an example is that if you aren't happy with someone's success, success can never come your way.
Record an elder or cultural bearer from your community explaining a traditional proverb and its role in daily life. Let their voice, gestures, and personality enrich the message.
From the above video, the elder rightly said that Enyen unen mi koppo se eka atin asi dok esio efere. Meaning that a stubborn child who doesn't listen to advice usually fall into trouble and serious consequences. He also stated another one which says Kukene na udokikot ayón isim ke abada ikañ akene. Don't follow how long a snake is that you lit a fire against it. Interpretation is that not all issues you should follow. This is very true in the sense that some issues may land you in troubles you never dreamt of. There are certain things that must be avoided or overlooked to avoid facing serious consequences for a minor thing. So it's not everything you give ears to.
Invent your own proverb one that reflects today’s challenges or your personal journey. Present it in a short creative video and tell us why it matters.
A poor man will always shed tears from the crackling sound of ceramics containing meals.. Meaning, a poor man is always reminded of his current inability anytime he sees the rich prosper or purchase things he literally can't.
Watch the video for explanation.
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Kim afong mfo nna abikan isine. Cut your clothes according to your size. Don't overdo when you know you're incapable. Reach out to things you can afford and leave those you can't to avoid facing consequences of debt or materialism.
I invite @us-andrew, @imohmitch and @ninapenda
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Saludos amigo.
es un proverbio usado en una Famosa canción
Veo que tú país hay proverbios muy parecidos con los de mi país.
Es uno de ellos, ha hecho una explicación muy buena. Además ilustrado con fotografías apropiadas
Con respecto a tu última frase la puedo asociar a este refran
Gran Trabajo, estoy seguro que será un ganador de este concurso
Suerte 🫶
Fingers crossed my brother. Thanks for stopping by to comment on my post. I love your own version of the you have to cover yourself as much as the blanket reaches. This is synonymous to the former. I had to do it creatively even though I don't get selected as a winner, I know I had done my best for the last season which ended yesterday. Anyways, I'll implore you to reply on my comment to your post. I tagged this particular proverb.
Nice one boss, your own dey always get the boss touch. Nice proverbs. Indeed we will always reap what we sowed hence the need to be careful of our actions.
Exactly. My mom will always remind me of this proverb whenever I'm going out. Not to show mistrust but as a loving reminder. Thanks for commenting on my post. Let me check yours. You always inspire me with your videos.