African Wisdom Collection – Set of 12 Bookmarks

Discover the complete African Wisdom Collection: 12 illustrated bookmarks, each featuring an authentic proverb and its deep meaning.

This collection brings together carefully selected proverbs from across the continent, from Senegal to Egypt, from Madagascar to Fulani and Malagasy wisdom. Each bookmark is an invitation to reflect, a small treasure of wisdom to slip into your books.

“A slip of the tongue does more harm than a slip of the foot.”
“One bracelet does not jingle.”
“A mother’s heart is a deep school.”
“It is by trying again and again that the monkey learns to jump.”
“The giraffe does not compare itself to the elephant.”
“If someone bit you, they reminded you that you had teeth.”
“The owl, though wise, cannot prevent the day from dawning.”
“A lie gives flowers but no fruit.”
“When the lions have their own historians, the tales of hunting will cease to glorify the hunters.”
“The young walk faster, but the elder knows the way.”
“Sorrow is like rice in the granary: each day, it diminishes a little.”
“Do not hold the leopard’s tail. But if you hold it, do not let go.”

A journey through 12 essential wisdoms:
perseverance, unity, humility, resilience, inner strength, power of words, transmission, truth, memory, healing, courage, and a mother’s love.

A practical and sturdy format, perfect for giving as a gift or treating yourself, while reflecting on these timeless life lessons.

Two versions available

✦Shipped from Canada✦

✦Item Details✦

• Designed by Adorable Note – Text in French
• Shipped by a small business from Canada
• Approximately 5 x 15 cm (2 x 6 inches) each
• Material: Thick matte cardstock (simple version)
• Prestige version: lamination + matching ribbon & bead
• Printed on both sides (each bookmark features the proverb and its meaning)
• Rounded corners

✦Keywords✦
Bookmark set | African proverbs | African wisdom | Gift for book lovers | Quote bookmarks | Complete collection | Inspirational stationery | Book lover gift

✦Order Note✦

Please note that ribbon and bead colors may vary slightly depending on availability.
Colors may also vary slightly between your computer/phone screen and the actual product.

✦Shipping Information✦

• CANADA: This item is shipped in a standard stamped envelope to reduce shipping costs. Therefore, no official tracking number is available.
• USA/INTERNATIONAL: Items are shipped via Canada Post Express. Orders to the USA and international destinations are shipped every Monday. Unfortunately, once shipped, we have no control over the package. However, if any issue arises, please contact us and we will do our best to help.

✦Terms of Sale✦

We do not accept returns, refunds, or exchanges. If you encounter any issue with the product or ordering process, please contact us. We will respond as quickly as possible.

✦Wholesale Orders✦

If you wish to place a wholesale order, please contact us BEFORE ordering.

Thank you!

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