Malia in San Diego is of Afghan descent, and wonders why crocheted blankets are referred to as afghans. There is a long, rich history of textile weaving in Afghanistan with repeated geometric designs, and the term afghan was probably borrowed to...
Here’s an Afghan proverb about honesty: “A tilted load won’t reach its destination.” This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “A Tilted Load Proverb” Grant, here’s another proverb from Afghanistan. A tilted load won’t reach its destination...
“He has soaked a hundred heads but hasn’t shaved one.” This Afghan proverb refers to someone who doesn’t finish what they start. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Unshaved Heads Proverb” Grant, here’s an Afghan proverb that I really...