In plain words
Children grow up looked after by a whole community, not just their parents.
Where these words come from
- 50% sureThe sources checked so far agree on this one. The book or the speech it first came from hasn't turned up yet.
- widely attributed, no confirmed specific African origin
More on teamwork
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
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AesopIn critical moments even the very powerful have need of the weakest.AesopMany hands make light work.English proverbTwo heads are better than one.English proverb
Helen KellerWhen spider webs unite, they can tie up a lion.Ethiopian proverbUnion gives strength.AesopIn critical moments even the very powerful have need of the weakest.AesopMany hands make light work.English proverbTwo heads are better than one.English proverbMore history
See allIt does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.
ConfuciusNature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
Lao TzuIn the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.
Sun TzuThe wound is the place where the light enters you.
RumiYou have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.
Marcus AureliusWaste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.Marcus Aurelius
ConfuciusNature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.Lao TzuIn the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.Sun TzuThe wound is the place where the light enters you.RumiYou have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.Marcus AureliusWaste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.Marcus Aurelius