Do you have to bless pounamu?

Its customary to bless a Pounamu before wearing it! This tradition not just begins with Pounamu, but is an integral part of the Maori culture.

Can you keep greenstone you find?

In general terms, fossicking for greenstone is only permitted in designated areas. This is limited to what an individual can carry on their person or in a backpack within a 24-hour period.

How do you take care of greenstone?

Wear your Pounamu against your skin as often as possible. It will naturally absorb oils from your skin that will help maintain its polish and it will become a holder of your wairua. Your taonga can be oiled with any natural household oils or fats such as olive oil, coconut oil, vegetable oil or tallow.

Can you take off your pounamu?

When pounamu is unearthed as a result of another permitted activity, such as gold mining or building developments it cannot be removed without consultation with and the approval of Te R nanga o Ng i Tahu and the appropriate Kaitiaki R nanga.

Can you take greenstone from the beach?

Ngāi Tahu sells the pounamu to registered pounamu carvers throughout New Zealand. However, anyone is welcome to fossick on beaches for pieces to take home for themselves – as long as there has been no restrictions placed on that beach by kaitiaki runanga (the local Māori assembly with a guardianship role of the place).

Can you take greenstone out of NZ?

Prohibited exports. There are restrictions on the export of protected goods and items such as greenstone in its natural state, wildlife, antiquities, and works of art.

What is a Māori blessing?

Karakia are Māori incantations and prayers, used to invoke spiritual guidance and protection. They are generally used to increase the spiritual goodwill of a gathering, so as to increase the likelihood of a favourable outcome. They are also considered a formal greeting when beginning a ceremony.

Can you wear greenstone in the shower?

a. Can I wear my necklace in the shower? Yes. Soaps will not affect the colour or finish of your stone.

What do you do with a broken greenstone?

When greenstone has a clean break or has snapped: Pin and glue: We pin the two pieces of stone together in place by drilling small stainless steel pins into both of the pieces and secure it with strong glue. We can also reinforce the support around the break by binding it with cord.

How do you bless someone in Māori?

whakamānawa. 1. (verb) (-tia) to bless, honour, venerate.

What does Nga mihi?

congratulations to you ngā mihi.

Why do we take our shoes off at the marae?

While generally seen as a courtesy, the principle of removing one’s shoes is also a symbolic one. It represents the leaving of the dust of Tū Matauenga (God of War) outside so that it does not soil the house of Rongo (God of Peace).

How do you say best wishes in Māori?

Kia Ora – when visiting New Zealand, you’ll hear this one a lot. It’s used mostly as a relaxed greeting – ‘hello! ‘ – but it also means cheers, good luck, or best wishes.

What is the Māori name for love?

Aroha. Aroha means ‘love, compassion and empathy’. It is a girl’s name as well as being a term used in everyday conversations. Always roll your r’s when enunciating Māori words: pronounce Aroha as ah-roh-huh.

What does Kia Kaha mean in NZ?

be strong
Definition of ‘kia kaha’

be strong!

What does Tena koutou katoa?

Tena Koutou Katoa. Translated from Te Reo Maori, that means Hello Everybody, and this is one of the greetings commonly heard through our teams these days – Morena. Kei te pehea koe? is another – “How are you feeling today”.

How do you introduce yourself in Māori?

How do you end a Māori speech?

oha a kī 1. (noun) dying speech, parting wish, last words.

Why is Tena koutou said 3 times?

Tēnā koe (to one person), tēnā kōrua (to two people), or tēnā koutou (to three or more people) also means thank you in Māori.

How do you pronounce koutou?

What does kia ora ra mean?

hello/thank you/

What is good morning in Māori?

Ata mārie
Unit 1: Ata mārie – Good morning.