Ewe Proverbs

Ewe Proverbs carry West African wisdom from Ghana and Togo. Shaped by the people’s migration tale from Notsie, farming, and coastal trade, they prize unity, respect, and clever speech.

Eggs and metal do not go in the same basket. (Ewe Proverb)
Eggs and metal should not be put in the same sack. View proverb
Ewe Proverb
In the great river there are large and small fish. View proverb
Ewe Proverb
The mouth makes debts, but the arms pay. View proverb
Ewe Proverb
Who has shoes does not fear thorns. View proverb
Ewe Proverb
The son of the God of thunder does not die of lightning. View proverb
Ewe Proverb