Walaloo Gaddaa Ibsu Fixed
While modern Oromo literature features structured written poems, traditional grief poetry is largely oral and situational. Two primary forms dominate the landscape of Oromo mourning: 1. Geerarsa Gaddaa (The Sorrowful Chant)
Walaloowwan gaddaa ibsuun, akkaataa itti gaddaa keenya ibsannu, miira keenya itti tasgabbeessinuufi yeroo rakkinaa jajjabina itti argannu ta'u. walaloo gaddaa ibsu fixed
Walaloo dabalataa ykn kan qindaa'e barbaannaan, mataduree fi eenyummaa nama sanaa irratti hundaa'uun barreeffachuu ni dandeessu. Walaloo dabalataa ykn kan qindaa'e barbaannaan, mataduree fi
When we speak of (or Walal), we are often referring to the foundational sub-group of the Borana. The Walaloo are considered the custodians of the strict, traditional codes of the Gadaa system. Walaloowwan gaddaa ibsuun
Walaloowwan gaddaa ibsuun, akkaataa itti gaddaa keenya ibsannu, miira keenya itti tasgabbeessinuufi yeroo rakkinaa jajjabina itti argannu ta'u.
Comparing the deceased to strong natural elements, such as an oak tree ( Odaat ) falling, a river drying up, or a shield breaking.