Luos remain deeply rooted in most of their ancient traditions.
This includes the use of proverbs and sayings to drive the point home.
Here are some of the most educative sayings in Luo Nyanza.
1. King'iyo gima gweno chamo oknicham gweno
This loosely translates to 'one shouldn't look at what a hen eats if they intend to eat the hen.
It seeks to educate people to only give attention to what's important and quit following up on side issues that might discourage them from reaching their goals.
2. Inind tung', inind diere
The saying translates to life is like an unpredictable bed where one can find themselves on either end or the middle upon waking up.
It seeks to teach Luos and the world that they should do only what they can be proud of tomorrow, as what will happen the next moment remains unknown.
3. Piny osiko to oksikie
It translates to the world will live forever but no one will live forever in it and people living in it must be aware that death will ultimately catch up with them at some point.
Therefore, people should keep in mind that they will not live long enough to see the end of the world and the rich must be ready to surrender their wealth to the next generation.
4. Chien okyany
This one translates to 'never insult your background, the background being one's place of origin or one's family in this context.
This is because you might end up needing your people one day no matter how rich you are.
#hivisasaoriginal.