Job Quote by Habeeb Akande
““A religious person without no job is a dead person. (Iigbagbo ti koni ise oku ni. - Yoruba proverb)””
About This Quote
Source Proverb: Yoruba saying, translated, 2020
A proverb warns that lacking purposeful work renders life empty, equating idleness with spiritual death.
In simple terms: Without work, life feels dead.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaningful occupation.
Themes
purpose
work
spirituality
identity
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
cultural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- volunteering
- skill development
Key Concepts
proverb
cultural wisdom
existential value
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a purposeful life?
- How can societies support the unemployed?
A Different Perspective
May overlook those unable to work due to circumstances.
