A wharenui ([ˈɸaɾɛnʉ.i]; literally "large house") is a communal house of the Māori people of New Zealand, generally situated as the focal point of a marae. Wharenui are usually called meeting houses in New Zealand English, or simply called whare (a more generic term simply referring to a house or building).

The most prestigious of the buildings within the marae is the wharenui or carved meeting house. A wharenui resembles the human body in structure and usually represents a particular ancestor of the tribe.

Our wharenui, the ancestral meeting house, hold the truths of our people and our ways of life. This is where the outside world and the inside world meet. The wharenui is also where Rongo-mā-Tāne, the god of peace resides.

The Maori wharenui, or meeting house, is a significant and sacred structure that holds great importance in Maori culture. These impressive buildings serve as spiritual spaces where rituals, ceremonies, and important community gatherings take place.

2024年4月13日 · The Māori Wharenui, also known as a meeting house, is a traditional and sacred structure that holds great significance in Māori culture. These buildings serve as communal gathering places for the Māori people, where important ceremonies, rituals, …

1. (noun) meeting house, large house - main building of a marae where guests are accommodated. Traditionally the wharenui belonged to a hapū or whānau but some modern meeting houses, especially in large urban areas, have been built for non-tribal groups, including schools and tertiary institutions.

2024年5月22日 · A wharenui (also known as a meeting house) is a significant structure in Māori culture, serving as the central building for meetings, ceremonies, and social gatherings. It is often elaborately decorated with carvings and artwork that represent tribal history and ancestors.

2013年4月24日 · Mataatua Wharenui – the meeting house – has always been a focal point for Māori communities. Steeped in significance it sits at the heart of the culture and is thought of as the ancestral house. In the 1870’s Ngāti Awa built a …

6 天之前 · Understanding the Wharenui: Cultural Significance and Structure An In-Depth Analysis of Māori Architecture and Symbolism Key Takeaways Respect for Nature Roof Structure Role in Community Gatherings The wharenui serves as a vital cultural symbol within Māori communities,

2016年10月10日 · The structure of the wharenui symbolizes the body parts of the person it was built to honor (usually the tribe’s chief). From the outside, the head at the top is obvious, the edges of the roof represent outstretched arms with hands and fingers at the ends.