Word definitions
mapapata: remains – scattered bones, generally of an animal.
Translation
The hyena might be so cowardly, but how often do you see scattered hyena skeletal remains?
Inspiration
The hyena, like the crow, survives by feeding on the dead rather than confronting the living. Its caution is wisdom, not weakness.
Application
Sometimes it is better to retreat and seem cowardly, than walk right into the face of danger.
Similar Proverb
3. Kutya kukotama; gunguo rakatya, mapapata aro mashoma.