Gdy rodzina zgodna, tam dusza pogodna
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What it means
“Where the family is harmonious, there the soul is serene.” Family unity and peace bring inner happiness and peace of mind. A harmonious home is the foundation of personal wellbeing.
English equivalent
A happy family is but an earlier heaven.
Vocabulary
- rodzina — family
- zgodny — harmonious, in agreement
- dusza — soul
- pogodny — serene, cheerful, bright
Grammar note
'Zgodna' and 'pogodna' are feminine adjectives agreeing with 'rodzina' and 'dusza' respectively. The rhyme reinforces the message.
Cultural context
Family harmony was a central value in Polish culture. This proverb links domestic peace directly to spiritual and emotional wellbeing.
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