26 Best Rafiki ‘Lion King’ Quotes That Will Teach You Valuable Life Lessons

"Lion King" is regarded as one of the best-animated movies of all time. Rafiki, a beloved character among fans, is renowned for his wisdom and the valuable life lessons he shared with Mufasa and Simba. Explore some of the memorable Rafiki's "Lion King" quotes.

Rafiki, a respected elder among the animals and a close friend of Mufasa, made his debut in "The Lion King" when he introduced Simba to the Pride Lands' animals upon the cub's birth. Following Mufasa's tragic death, Rafiki becomes Simba's advisor, aiding him in dethroning Scar and reclaiming his father's legacy.

Alongside his guidance, Rafiki imparts several wise and cherished lessons that resonate with fans. Here are some memorable Rafiki quotes from "The Lion King."

Raffiki's quote: "Life without worry. You seek Hakuna Matata.” | Source: Facebook/DisneyTheLionKing

Best of Rafiki's Quotes from the 'Lion King'

"The past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it." — Rafiki

"I'm not the one who is confused; you're the one who doesn't even know who you are." — Rafiki

"Life without worry. You seek Hakuna Matata.” — Rafiki

"Everybody is somebody, even a nobody." — Rafiki

"Look harder. You see, he lives in you." — Rafiki

Rafiki's quote: "Any story worth telling is worth telling twice." | Source: Facebook/DisneyTheLionKing

"Correction, I know your father. He's alive, and I'll show him to you. Follow old Rafiki; he knows the way, c'mon." — Rafiki

"Remember, the journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step." — Rafiki

"Any story worth telling is worth telling twice." — Rafiki

"The question is: who are you?" — Rafiki

"Ah. Change is good." — Rafiki

Rafiki's quote: "My work here is done." | Source: Facebook/DisneyTheLionKing

Famous Rafiki 'Lion King' Quotes

You're a baboon, and I'm not." — Rafiki

"You follow old Rafiki; he knows the way. Come on!" — Rafiki

"My work here is done." — Rafiki

Oh yes, the past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or... learn from it." — Rafiki

"The king... has returned." — Rafiki

Rafiki's quote: "Asante Sana squash banana!" | Source: Facebook/DisneyTheLionKing

Can't cut it out; it will grow right back." — Rafiki

"You're a baboon, and I'm not." — Rafiki

"It doesn't matter. It's in the past." — Rafiki

"Asante Sana squash banana!" — Rafiki

“Hakuna Matata.It means, No worries." — Rafiki

Rafiki's quote: "No, no, no, no, not the stick! Hey, where you going?" | Source: Facebook/DisneyTheLionKing

The Roar is a very powerful gift. It can be used for great good. But it can also lead to terrible evil." — Rafiki

No, no, no, no, not the stick! Hey, where you going?" — Rafiki

"I don't think this is going to work, but I trust you. I just hope you know what you are doing!" — Rafiki

"Simba? He's—he's alive? He—he—he's alive!" — Rafiki

"The whole kingdom is coming." — Rafiki

"Can't cut it out. It'll grow right back!" — Rafiki

Rafiki's quote: "The whole kingdom is coming." | Source: Facebook/DisneyTheLionKing

Over two decades after the "Lion King" premiered, fans still resonate with several quotes from the movie. The film starred veteran actor James Earl Jones, who played Mufasa, Jeremy Irons, who played Scar; Matthew Broderick, who played Simba and the late Robert Guillaume, who played Rafiki. If you liked these quotes, you can also check out these 40 ‘Lion King’ Quotes from Mufasa, Simba, and more.