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Māori proverbs

Māori proverbs

Māori proverbs (Whakataukī) can be used in formal speeches and everyday conversations, encompassing themes like love and wisdom. These sayings offer insights into Māori culture, values, and perspectives, serving as a...

Māori proverbs

Māori proverbs (Whakataukī) can be used in formal speeches and everyday conversations, encompassing themes like love and wisdom. These sayings offer insights into Māori culture, values, and perspectives, serving as a...

The Meanings of Māori Jewellery Symbology

The Meanings of Māori Jewellery Symbology

Māori jewellery, rich in symbolism, connects deeply with the spiritual and cultural heritage of Aotearoa (New Zealand).  Here, we explore four primary symbols - Koru, Pikorua (Twist), Hei Matau (Fish...

The Meanings of Māori Jewellery Symbology

Māori jewellery, rich in symbolism, connects deeply with the spiritual and cultural heritage of Aotearoa (New Zealand).  Here, we explore four primary symbols - Koru, Pikorua (Twist), Hei Matau (Fish...

Pounamu: The Sacred Greenstone

Pounamu: The Sacred Greenstone

In Māori culture, Pounamu refers to a special type of greenstone that is highly valued by us. This exquisite stone holds deep spiritual significance and is often seen as a...

Pounamu: The Sacred Greenstone

In Māori culture, Pounamu refers to a special type of greenstone that is highly valued by us. This exquisite stone holds deep spiritual significance and is often seen as a...

Embracing the Richness of Māori Culture: Understanding Tikanga, Tapu, and Noa

Embracing the Richness of Māori Culture: Unders...

Pictured: Mt Taranaki, meaning‘Gliding Peak’, a Tapu site in Aotearoa (New Zealand) In the heart of Aotearoa (New Zealand), the Māori culture thrives, steeped in traditions that guide daily life...

Embracing the Richness of Māori Culture: Unders...

Pictured: Mt Taranaki, meaning‘Gliding Peak’, a Tapu site in Aotearoa (New Zealand) In the heart of Aotearoa (New Zealand), the Māori culture thrives, steeped in traditions that guide daily life...