'a man who brings home ant infested faggots should should not complain if he is visited by lizards' what is the meaning of this idiom from the arrow of god by Chinue Achebe?

Asked by sandiemil on 05 Dec 11:39

Last updated by cwazhi on 15 Oct 09:25

Answered by MHood2 on 06 Dec 00:40

This quote refers to the act of someone bringing home problems and not being surprised when trouble follows.

Answered by Sir Mac Rwizi on 23 Jan 13:01

if you challenge someone or a situation never complain when they / it comes after you

Answered by Tonex on 17 Jun 08:55

That's one of my favorite proverbs! It means one should expect the natural consequences of his/her actions.

(ants attract lizards, geckos, termites, etc).

Traditional

Answered by cwazhi on 15 Oct 09:25

Our actions or inactions of yesterday contributes greatly to the results we see today.