Meaning: If a child knows how to wash his hands, he eats with the elders.
Context: If you act responsibly, you will share privileges.
No. 3208 in Bu me Bε by Peggy Appiah et al.
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humility steps in here too, right?
ReplyDeleteSince the elders determine when the child has truly washed his hands well.
I guess so. Sometimes it becomes obvious.
ReplyDeleteI think here's a similar proverb in my language too. Very true.
ReplyDeletesimilar minds.
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