If you want to know what September means in Syria, you’ve got to learn the sayings our ancestors lived by. September isn’t just about fall starting or chilly nights rolling in, it’s packed with lessons passed down through generations. Let’s dive into some of the most famous Ayloul sayings that capture the wisdom of the season.
“The tail of September is wet” means there’s always rain by the end of the month. Just when you think summer’s still around, September surprises you with its showers.
In September, make sure you’ve stocked up for your family and brace for what’s to come. This one’s all about prepping for winter, start gathering your supplies and food, because the tough season is on the way.
If you don’t stock up in September, you’ll live like a fool. Pretty clear, huh? It’s a warning that if you don’t get ready now, you’re gonna regret it when the cold hits.
When the saheel star shows up, don’t trust the rain. This one’s a weather tip: when the saheel star appears, it signals the start of rainy times. Better be cautious because floods aren’t far behind.
In September, stretch out the fields. It’s time to plant and prepare the land for the upcoming season.
In September, the bees stop working because they’ve already collected all the honey. This is when people start gathering the honey and make the most of it before the season ends.
In September, the oil falls from the olive. It’s the beginning of the olive harvest, and the season for pressing fresh olive oil.
If it thunders near the cross, it won’t disappoint. If you see lightning around the Feast of the Cross, it’s a good omen for a fruitful winter ahead!
These sayings show how people in Syria lived in harmony with the seasons and respected nature’s cycles. Each one reflects practical wisdom about how to survive and thrive during the changing times.