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No character in the book says it. However, it is described as just a saying used by the Ibo people to discribe how much fun the people would have on moonlit nights.

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What is the meaning of the proverb regarding kola in Things Fall Apart?

The proverb regarding kola in "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe signifies the importance of hospitality, respect, and tradition in Igbo culture. Kola nuts are a symbol of friendship and goodwill, often shared during important ceremonies and gatherings. The proverb emphasizes the significance of maintaining these cultural practices and values in the face of changing times and outside influences.


What does the proverb a child's fingers are not scalded by a piece of hot yam which its mother puts into its palm tell us about ibo customs and beliefs in things fall apart?

People believe that in following the decisions of the Gods and Goddesses, they will not be punished, even if they may have to do unpleasant actions.


What does Eneke mean in the story things fall apart?

Eneke-nti-oba, in Igbo legend, is the bird who challenged the world to wrestle, and who was then thrown by the cat. The Igbo have a proverb that says "Since men have learned to shoot without missing, Eneke has learned to fly without perching."


What is the meaning of the proverb it is more difficult and more bitter when a man fails alone in things fall apart?

When a man fails alone, it is more likely that the man will be blamed for the failure. When a man fails with others, it is more likely that the circumstances will be blamed for the failure. A failure of self is more damning than a failure due to circumstance.


What sorts of attitudes are uniquely associated with the white men in Things fall apart?

The white men were Europeans who had come to colonize and convert the lands of the Igbo to Christianity.

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What proverb does the author quote about a moonlit night in Things Fall Apart?

The author quotes the Igbo proverb "When the moon is shining the cripple becomes hungry for a walk." This proverb in "Things Fall Apart" is used to describe how a beautiful moonlit night tempts someone to enjoy the outdoors, even if they are usually confined by their limitations.


Complete the proverb - all things come to?

More than one proverb begins this way. Two are: all things come to him who waits; and all (good) things come to an end.


What are the release dates for All Things Shining - 2012?

All Things Shining - 2012 was released on: USA: 14 June 2012 (limited)


What proverb says big things have to start from small things?

mighty oaks from little acorns grow


Proverb of As so distant drums sound well?

Far things look better


What is the meaning of the proverb don't put the cart before the horse?

do things in order


What proverb includes must come to an end?

All good things.


What does the proverb everyone has their own agenda mean?

It means that everyone has their own way of doing things. They have their own motives and they do things for a reason.


Any proverb beginning with Good start?

Good things come in small packages. Good things come to those who wait.


What does the proverb pretty is as pretty does?

This means you do nice things and are pretty inside by doing kind deeds.


What is the meaning of proverb 'who travels fastest who travels alone?

you get things done better when you do them without help


What is expansion of proverb of all god thongs come to those who wait?

Be patient don't try and force things to happen.