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Shona Definition
Zviri nani kufira chiripo pane kufira zvenhando.
English Translation
It is better to lose your life over something that genuinely matters than over something worthless.
Cultural Context
“Said to hearten people who hesitate to stand by what they believe is right, and also thrown at those who bring suffering on themselves over trifles.”
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