Omani Proverbs

Omani Proverbs distill seafaring and desert life, from Muscat’s old spice routes to Dhofar’s frankincense winds. They praise hospitality, patience, and honor, warning against rash words and wasted water.

Bird goes up, bird goes down. (Omani Proverb)
Birds align with grain, but not with the stick. View proverb
Omani Proverb
Build with silver and cover with gold. View proverb
Omani Proverb
Do not leave todays homework for tomorrow. View proverb
Omani Proverb
Every village has certain drawbacks to it. View proverb
Omani Proverb
Live near water, and ask not about sustenance. View proverb
Omani Proverb
The look is is a look, but the meaning is weak. View proverb
Omani Proverb
What is late is great. View proverb
Omani Proverb
Who has a habit, will never leave it even if his finger gets cut. View proverb
Omani Proverb
If your motive is good, a farting donkey won't harm you. View proverb
Omani Proverb