Do Boga, gdy trwoga
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What it means
To God when there is fear. People turn to God or religion in danger or distress. It is close to the English saying about atheists in foxholes.
Vocabulary
- Bóg — God
- trwoga — fear, dread, alarm
Grammar note
'Do Boga' takes the genitive after 'do' and shows direction. 'Gdy trwoga' is an elliptical clause meaning when there is fear or dread.
Cultural context
It reflects the Catholic roots of Polish culture and seeking God's help in a crisis.
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