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We have a funeral like everyone else.
The body is taken to the morgue and normally back to the family home first or straight onto a Marae (meeting house). Before the body enters the family home or Marae a karanga (call) is done to welcome the body into the house.
All whanau (family members), immediate and extended gather over a minimum of 3 days to remember and mourn for their beloved. Stories are told in rememberance of the person as well as Karakia prayers. You would normally have a Kaumatua (elder) who is kind of like an Emcee. Sometimes there are more than one.
Everyone who is a visitor to a marae must be welcomed on (they are called Manuhiri (visitors), the Tangata Whenua (people of the land) will Karanga (call, kind of like a chant) them in. The chant is to invite not only the living but also their ancestors.
Once in the Marae the manuhiri pay their respects to the person who has passed and the imediate family. They then go around and hongi (press noses males) and kiss the woman. On most maraes only the men are allowed to talk.
The Kaumatua or priest talks and then their is a song. This goes back and forth with the manuhiri. Once everyone has said their peace you are normally invited for a cup of tea and biscuit or Kai (meal) depending on the time of day.
This basically happens of the 3 - 5 day period any hour of the day.
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What is a Maori mask made of?
Maori do not wear masks.
Should Maori be the first language of New Zealand?
Maori was indeed the first lnguage in New Zealand, being spoken by the indigenous peoples, the Maori. Maori is already one of the three official languages of New Zealand, English, Maori, and New Zealand Sign Language. Though Maori is the language of the first nations people, the Maori, it is not spoken by the majority of the peoples of the country. And English is a widely spoken language internationally.
Does Hitler have maori in him?
No
What parts of new zealand were effected by the maori wars?
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What is the pohutukawa's Maori name?
Pohutukawa is the New Zealand Christmas tree's Maori name. Its scientific name is Metrosideros excelsa.
What is the name of the Maori custom?
The Maori custom is known as "Tikanga Maori," which refers to the traditional customs, protocols, and practices of the Maori people in New Zealand. It encompasses beliefs, values, rituals, and social structures that have been passed down through generations.
Did the Maori die out?
No, there are more Maori than ever.
When did Albert Maori Kiki die?
Albert Maori Kiki died in 1993.
What is custom die casting?
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How do you get custom firmware?
Die
What is the maori word for career?
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How did the Maori die out?
Maoris have not died out there are plenty or maori in New Zealand if you would like to know anything about maoris please ask me on my message board
What is plural of Maori?
Maori is the plural of Maori.
What is a good website to draw Maori tattoos?
"Maori Tattoos and Non-MaorisBy using a moko pattern for your own tattoo design, you may be insulting the Maori people. It is never ok for a non-maori to wear a Maori tattoo pattern, even if it is done with respect. Maori tattoo patterns and symbols are a way of personal identification for the Maori people. By copying their designs you steal a part of their identity, what the Maori see as an insult.If you want a tattoo design in the Maori style, find a tattoo artist that has experience with Maori tattoos and knows about these issues. He can design a tattoo for you that has the looks of a moko without the Maori symbolic ties."Have a look at http://www.storm3d.com.This designer is specialized in Maori / Kirituhi style designs and does custom pieces, and has high resolution designs for sale on his website.From the web page: http://www.freetattoodesigns.org/maori-tattoos.htmlTHAT being mentioned.... check here... http://www.maori-arts.com/tikitat/index.htm
Do you have to be Maori to be in the NZ Maori party?
No. If you aren't Maori you can still be in the Maori party.
What are some Maori laws?
maori laws are the laws created for the maori
When did kupe die?
The exact date of Kupe's death is unknown as he is a legendary figure in Maori history. According to Maori tradition, Kupe is believed to have lived around the 10th century, but the details surrounding his death are not well-documented and are part of oral tradition.
