The Marae
This term we have been learning all about the Marae. We have learned that…….
- The Marae is an important focal point for the community.
- The Marae is a place where tradition and customs can be carried out.
- The Marae is a place where people can express their values with dignity.
- There are many kawa ( protocols) that prevail on the marae.
- Marae kawa (protocols) can differ between marae's and iwi.
We have focussed on some key concepts when doing this learning.
These are listed and explained in the table below.
Concept
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Definition -
give the meaning of these concepts in your own words.
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Tikanga
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The correct way of doing things
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Pōwhiri
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Everyone welcome
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Tangata whenua
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The local people
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Manuhiri
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Visitors to the marae
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Tūrangawaewae
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The home base of a marae
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Whanaungatanga
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Family relationship
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Manaakitanga
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A persons well being, and respecting our elders
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Aroha
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Love
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See this video for an explanation of the roles and responsibilities of people on a marae.
Something I would like to learn more about the marae is how many marae's are in new zealand, and how old are they.
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