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, QUESTION 1 Proverbs were used by African traditional societies
to preserve and impart to future generations valuable moral
lessons. List five proverbs from your indigenous language, and
demonstrate their social role and significance. In other words,
each of the proverbs that you have listed, please explain its
importance in society. You are also welcome to use practical
example from literary texts such as novels, short stories and so
forth.
Here are five proverbs from the Zulu language, along with their
social roles and significance:
1. Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu
Translation: A person is a person through other people. Social
Role and Significance: This proverb emphasizes the importance
of community and interconnectedness in African society. It
teaches the value of human dignity and mutual respect. By
acknowledging that one's identity and success are tied to the
community, it fosters cooperation and social cohesion. Example:
In a literary context, this proverb can be illustrated in Alan Paton's
novel Cry, the Beloved Country where the interconnectedness of
people is highlighted through the character's relationships and the
broader social fabric of South African society.
2. Izandla ziyagezana
Translation: Hands wash each other. Social Role and
Significance: This proverb teaches the principle of reciprocity and
mutual support. It underscores the idea that individuals should
help each other, as cooperation leads to mutual benefit. It fosters a
spirit of teamwork and interdependence. Example: In Chinua
Achebe's Things Fall Apart, the community members often rely
