Słuchaj ojca, matki, da Bóg i dostatki
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What it means
“Obey your father and mother, and God will grant you prosperity too.” Honouring one’s parents is rewarded by God with material well-being. A proverb reinforcing filial piety.
English equivalent
Honour thy father and thy mother.
Vocabulary
- słuchać — to obey, to listen to
- dostatek — prosperity, plenty, sufficiency
Grammar note
'Słuchaj' is the imperative singular of 'słuchać'. 'Ojca, matki' are genitive singulars (object of 'słuchać'). 'Da' is the perfective future of 'dać'.
Cultural context
Rooted in the Fourth Commandment and Polish Catholic tradition. Often used to encourage children's obedience.
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