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Shona Definition
English Translation
Striking a passing traveller is the same as stockpiling spears that will one day be turned against you. Harm done to a stranger stores up retaliation for the future.
Cultural Context
“Used as a warning against mistreating travellers or outsiders, since the injury will be repaid later.”
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