Essay about The Maori Culture

The Hawaiian Islands are well known for their beauty, tranquility, and unique culture that have shaped this state into what we see today. The special bond that the natives have formed between themselves and nature is not exactly one of a kind, but it is something that can truly be admired. Around approximately 300 AD, Hawaii was discovered by Polynesians who arrived by canoe from Tahiti. These migrants brought their polytheistic spirituality and formed a large intricate society with hierarchies consisting of many chiefs. Alongside the ruling of the chiefs, the newborn Hawaiians followed a strict belief system known as Kapu akua otherwise known as the “law of the gods”. The Kapu was a strict set of rules and restraints that dictated all

The Maori brought with them their legends and traditions of their Polynesian home stead known as Hawaiki. Hawaiki which is similar to the word Hawaii, (the largest island of the Polynesian region) is what later settlers of the region see as proof of the Maori people’s migration to the islands. However, even today there is much debate over the originating culture that brought with it the Polynesian traditions. Speculations range from Asia migrations to the Vikings being the culture of origin. In either case, the traditions of the Polynesian carry through in the region (McLean,

It is important that the researcher examines a definition provided by the socio-anthropological perspective. It’s a definition of culture proffered by Irihapeti Ramsden, a Maori health educator… It is a definition recognizably influenced by anthropology, but one that most present-day practitioners would consider to have an old-fashioned ring: “The way groups of people do things as a result of the example of the tipuna [ancestors], their ideology, their philosophy and geography” (Ramsden, 1990) (Goldsmith,

Analyse the impact of European contact in Māori between 1642 and prior to the sighing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840.

Maori were a branch of Polynesians from Hawaii who eventually settled In New Zealand and came to be known as Maori. They were people of the land, known as Tiritiri-o-moana each tribe and shared a common understanding, sharing customary practices in their intergroup relations. Maori shared a deep spiritual connection with the land. They believed their ancestors protected them through the land and used myths and legends to validate each tribe’s right to own land. Maori tribes or iwi were

The Maori, culturally Polynesians, are the indigenous inhabitants of New Zealand. The people who call themselves the Maori are originally from the Polynesian islands and settled in New Zealand around the 13th century. The tribes of the Maori did not identify themselves by a collective name until European settlers arrived and then the use of the name Maori, which means ‘ordinary’ came into use. The Maori today make up about 15% (565,329 people) of New Zealand’s population with the majority living in urban area, while there are still few who live in the ancestral tribal areas. Many also live overseas with 70,000 in Australia and 10,000 in England.

In the context of a Maori world view the role of women is different from that of women in European culture; women played a key role in the collective of the whanau, hapu and iwi. There was no hierarchy of the sexes. This is exemplified in the Maori language, where both the possessive and personal pronouns are gender neutral.

Reading Response 1: Mikaere, A. (2004) Are We All New Zealanders Now? A Maori Response to the Pakeha Quest for Indigeneity

The European colonists of New Zealand did not recognise principles of Mātauranga Māori. However, during the late twentieth century awareness has grown and it has become more recognised and is now becoming incorporated into today’s practices (Landcare Research, 2014).

Maoris culture is original culture of New Zealand. By nature they are friendly and respect the other culture. They greet the people by shaking handshake and smile or say hello. They have their own traditional ceremony for treating the visitors. If they are dealing a tribal group they welcomed visitors in powhiri styles. The traditional ceremony will lasts 2 or 3 hours. First of all, they invited visitor in their traditional meeting house. Visitor has to join them as group and communicate with them. Visitor has to sit with them. After that Maori chief give welcoming speech. Speeches are given in Maori language. So visitor required translator with him. Translator gives all detail information to speaker during the ceremony. Every one greets the visitor and shakes the hands and after that they take a dinner. They have their own traditional table manners. They follow all the traditions during the

The Zulu Culture is one filled with rich traditions and achievements can be found throughout centuries, even in contemporary society. The people have fascinating stories and folklores that they embrace and that influence many of their current values and beliefs. The people are known for their great works in art and the impact that it has on current society. Their culture and beliefs that although are different than the cultures found in other areas make them a unique society. Their trials throughout history make the Zulu people a fascinating group to explore in order to better understand their belief systems. The Zulu culture’s beliefs and values, gender relations and family,

Throughout New Zealand history, historical roots have played a significant role in the development of modern Aotearoa New Zealand. The historical past has shaped various forms of present social dimensions within the nation today. This essay intends to discuss the controversial racial inequality in regards to the relationship between Maori and Pakeha within contemporary New Zealand society. This essay will explore two readings; “Plunder in the Promised Land: Māori Land Alienation and the Genesis of Capitalism in Aotearoa New Zealand” by Wynyard, Matthew and “Stereotypical Construction of the Maori ‘Race’ in the Media” by Wall, Melanie. This essay will also further discuss a brief summary on my personal reflection

Marae is communal or sacred place that serves religious and social purposes societies. There are over one thousand Marae around New Zealand and it is essential place for groups which share relationship. In the past,it was the open place for community meeting. Nowadays it is a complex of building and open place which support facilities and accommodateacommunity. However, it is not used continuously, and mainly occupied for Hui and guests. The Maori maintain customs developed and nurtured. It is also important for the other non-Maori visitors to understand about the culture ceremonies and protocols to respect their culture. Even though Marae try to give visitors a “cultural experience of Maori”, itmakes disappointment visitors. Since the explanations were decreasing andhistoric was not made clearly but Te papa try to keep the culture as well aswants to be culture connection. The Wharenui is important point of a Marae and it has spiritual meaning. In shape it represents the human form and each part of a Wharenui is a representation.

Beautiful waterfalls, luscious green foliage, spikey haired rats, and delightfully colored lizards are just some of the images that appear when New Zealand is entered in Google. This country is so beautiful and has such a rich past. It is interesting that even through Maori Tribes and European invasions, tsunamis, and the old traditions being replaced by new ones, New Zealand’s forests are still home to so many different, exotic creatures and plants. Even though it is beautiful mankind is known for his destruction of Mother Nature in his search for survival. The Maori Tribe, indigenous to New Zealand, believed very strongly in the sacredness and showed great appreciation for this beautiful planet that we all call home.

Based on the information provided in the case study and the facts of the history, Maori culture did very important contribution to New Zealand economy and business. This kind of contribution has two sides: the acceleration on developing economy and business