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Tikanga Whakaaro : Key Concepts In Maori Culture
Paperback Edition: 1
Words like aroha, mana, and tapu are familiar to most New Zealanders, but what do they really mean? This book provides explanations in English and Maori of seventy terms which are important in Maori culture. Each term is clearly defined, and its significance explained with
reference to tradition, custom, myth and ritual, as well as present day understanding. Tikanga Whakaaro is a book for both Pakeha and Maori. Students of the language at all levels will find it helpful for it's insights into Maori thought, and for providing an example of parallel translation. And for Pakeha who seek to uindestand the way Maori see the world it will be an invaluable resource. Featured in the 2018 Maori Language Week newsletter.
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Pages : 187
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Publication date : 1991
Subjects: Non-fiction, Published in Australia, Māori, Māori Indigenous Knowledge / Mātauranga Māori, Māori Culture / Mātauranga Māori