The Impact Of Proverbs In Traditional Healing Philosophy

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the impact of proverbs on traditional healing philosophy. Proverbs are ancient wise sayings that guide people in their daily lives, serving as a concise medium through which past generations captured the essence of life. In traditional healing philosophy, proverbs convey complex information in a succinct and meaningful way. A qualitative research approach was employed, with three traditional healers from the Sekhukhune District selected through purposive and convenience sampling. The researcher used three Sepedi proverbs to elicit responses from the participants. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analysed thematically. The findings revealed that proverbs play a crucial role in explaining and summarising of traditional healing philosophy. Thorough proverbs learning is recommended to ensure smooth communication between traditional healers and their clients.