Afghan Proverbs – Proverbs, Sayings and Quotes

Proverb:
The first day you meet, you are friends. (yag roz didi dost)
The next day you meet, you are brothers. (degare roz didi bridar)
Meaning: Friendship grows into a brotherhood.

 

Proverb:
A real friend is one who takes the hand of his friend in time of distress and helplessness.
Meaning: A friend in need is a friend indeed.

 

Proverb:
No rose is without thorns. (hach guli ba char mast)
Meaning: No one is perfect.

 

Proverb:
One flower does not bring spring. (Bae yeak gul bahear namesaewaed)
Meaning: One swallow does not make spring.

 

Proverb:
A good year is determined by its spring.
Meaning: Character and quality show up early.

 

Proverb:
There is a path to the top of the highest mountain.
Meaning: Where there is a will there is a way.

 

Proverb:
A tree does not move unless there is wind.
Meaning: Every effect has a cause.