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The dog and elders’ wishes

Proverb in the local language
K’ómodé bá r’ajá kó bá só ní kí t’àgbà mose, ìkòrikò léé gbájá à ún.
Proverb's direct translation
If a child trains his dog to ignore elders wish, the dog is devoured by a wolf.
Proverb's meaning
Always respect elders.
From: Ijesa of Nigeria

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