The Marae are ceremonial/religious constructions found throughout Polynesia in different shapes, dimensions, and degrees of significance. However, they exhibit recognizable patterns, such as the materials with which they are built: coral (Te-Papa-Farepu’a) and basalt (Te-Papa-Māhora), a combination uniting the sky, the earth, and the sea.

2024年4月30日 · Maori patterns, rich in symbolism and cultural significance, are integral to the traditional art forms of the indigenous Maori people of New Zealand. These patterns, often found in various forms of art, adornments, and even tattoos, carry deep meanings that reflect the values, beliefs, and experiences of the Maori community.

A marae is a meeting place registered as a reserve under the Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 (The Māori Land Act). Each marae has a group of trustees who are responsible for the operations of the marae. The Act governs the regulation of marae as reservations and sets out the responsibilities of the trustees in relation to the beneficiaries.

Marae (meeting grounds) are the focal point of Māori communities throughout Aotearoa, New Zealand. What is a Marae? A marae is a fenced-in complex of carved buildings and grounds that belongs to a particular iwi (tribe), hapū (sub-tribe) or whānau (family). Māori see their marae as their tūrangawaewae - their place to stand and belong.

Generally, there are two main groups of people on a marae: the tangata whenua and the manuhiri. The tangata whenua are the local people who are connected to the marae, either through genealogy or by association, and who regard the marae as their tūrangawaewae (which literally means “a place to stand”).

Fine examples of tukutuku (woven panels) and kowhaiwhai (traditional maori patterns) complete the internal decorations.

2011年1月12日 · The first thing that struck me about the marae itself, were the huge and beautiful carvings that adorned it. The whare tipuna - Rongomainohorang i - also featured intricately carved amo and lovely kowhaiwhai patterns on the heke (above).

2024年7月18日 · In the rich tapestry of Maori mythology, Marae hold a central place as sacred sites that embody the profound connection between the physical and spiritual realms. These open-air spaces, often located in prominent locations within a community, serve as powerful symbols of ancestral lineage, cultural identity, and spiritual well-being.

This clip outlines the main buildings on a marae – specifically the ancestral house, the dining hall, the ablutions facility, and the kitchen. Other possibilities are mentioned too, for example, a place of worship, flats for the elderly, a kōhanga reo, residences, and memorials.

2023年8月31日 · Marae are a key feature of Māori society. The marae is a place where the Māori language can be spoken, where customs can be explored and debated, and where important ceremonies, such as welcoming visitors, meeting inter-tribal obligations, or farewelling the dead can be performed.