Powhiri Process - Traditional Māori Welcoming Ceremony - 1 views

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  #1 polynesianpride on 09 Jan 25

   

  The pōwhiri (or pōhiri) is a traditional Māori welcoming ceremony that takes place on a marae, which is a communal or sacred place that serves as a venue for community gatherings. The pōwhiri process is rich in symbolism and involves several key steps:

  1. Waerea: A protective karakia (prayer) performed by the visitors (manuhiri) before entering the marae.
  2. Wero or Taki: A ritual challenge performed by warriors from the host group (tangata whenua) to determine the intentions of the visitors. This is often reserved for important occasions.
  3. Karanga: The call of welcome initiated by a woman from the host side, responded to by a woman from the visitors' side. This call and response continue as the visitors move onto the marae.
  4. Haka Pōwhiri: A ceremonial dance performed by the hosts to welcome the visitors.
  5. Whaikōrero: Speeches given by both the hosts and the visitors. The order of speakers can vary based on the protocol (kawa) of the marae.
  6. Waiata: Songs sung to support the speeches, often traditional waiata.
  7. Koha: A gift or donation presented by the visitors to the hosts.
  8. Hongi: The pressing of noses, a traditional Māori greeting that signifies the mingling of breath and the sharing of life force.
  9. Kai: Sharing of food, which signifies the end of the formal pōwhiri and the beginning of more informal interactions.

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  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner"><p>The <strong>pōwhiri</strong> (or pōhiri) is a traditional Māori welcoming ceremony that takes place on a marae, which is a communal or sacred place that serves as a venue for community gatherings. The pōwhiri process is rich in symbolism and involves several key steps:</p><ol><li><strong>Waerea</strong>: A protective karakia (prayer) performed by the visitors (manuhiri) before entering the marae.</li><li><strong>Wero or Taki</strong>: A ritual challenge performed by warriors from the host group (tangata whenua) to determine the intentions of the visitors. This is often reserved for important occasions.</li><li><strong>Karanga</strong>: The call of welcome initiated by a woman from the host side, responded to by a woman from the visitors' side. This call and response continue as the visitors move onto the marae.</li><li><strong>Haka Pōwhiri</strong>: A ceremonial dance performed by the hosts to welcome the visitors.</li><li><strong>Whaikōrero</strong>: Speeches given by both the hosts and the visitors. The order of speakers can vary based on the protocol (kawa) of the marae.</li><li><strong>Waiata</strong>: Songs sung to support the speeches, often traditional waiata.</li><li><strong>Koha</strong>: A gift or donation presented by the visitors to the hosts.</li><li><strong>Hongi</strong>: The pressing of noses, a traditional Māori greeting that signifies the mingling of breath and the sharing of life force.</li><li><strong>Kai</strong>: Sharing of food, which signifies the end of the formal pōwhiri and the beginning of more informal interactions.</li></ol><p>Read more <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://blog.polynesianpride.co/powhiri-process/" title="Link: https://blog.polynesianpride.co/powhiri-process/">https://blog.polynesianpride.co/powhiri-process/</a><br /></p></div>

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