Karakoa Flashcards
What is the purpose of Maori karakia?
To invoke spiritual guidance and protection.
True or False: Karakia are only recited during formal ceremonies.
False
Fill in the blank: Karakia can be used for _____ and healing.
blessing
What are the two main types of karakia?
Karakia whakatau and karakia whakawatea.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common occasion for reciting karakia? A) Birth, B) Graduation, C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
What is karakia whakatau used for?
To welcome and begin a gathering.
True or False: Karakia can include chants and incantations.
True
Fill in the blank: A common karakia for food is _____ karakia.
kai
What does ‘whakawatea’ mean in relation to karakia?
To clear the way or remove obstacles.
Multiple choice: Which karakia is typically recited at the start of a journey? A) Karakia whakatau, B) Karakia haere, C) Karakia kai
B) Karakia haere
What is a key element of the structure of karakia?
They often begin with an invocation to a deity.
True or False: Karakia are only spoken and not sung.
False
Fill in the blank: The _____ of the karakia often reflects the purpose of the invocation.
content
What role do ancestors play in Maori karakia?
They are often invoked for guidance and support.
Multiple choice: What is a common theme in many karakia? A) War, B) Peace, C) Wealth
B) Peace
What is karakia kai specifically used for?
To bless food before eating.
True or False: Karakia can be personalized for specific individuals or situations.
True
Fill in the blank: The recitation of karakia can foster a sense of _____ within a community.
unity
What is the significance of the language used in karakia?
It is often in te reo Māori and carries cultural significance.
Multiple choice: Who can perform a karakia? A) Only elders, B) Anyone, C) Only spiritual leaders
B) Anyone
What is the relationship between karakia and Maori spirituality?
Karakia are a fundamental expression of Maori spirituality.
True or False: Karakia can be used to mark the end of an event.
True
Fill in the blank: A karakia can be used to invoke _____ for protection.
mana
What is the effect of reciting karakia on the individual or group?
It can create a sense of connection and purpose.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of karakia? A) Karakia whakatau, B) Karakia ora, C) Karakia huka
C) Karakia huka
What is a common setting for reciting karakia?
Gatherings, ceremonies, or personal reflection.
