Maori Flashcards
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Mātauranga
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A māori way of knowing, worldview and the knowledge + access to knowledge is based on your understanding
Integrated into culture and identity
2
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Whakapapa
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Broadly interpreted as genealogy
Portrays the interconnectedness between elements of the natural world and supernatural realms
Tangible and intangible connections
Links natural world with the stars
3
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Tohu
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Signs and indicators
Signposts of nature
4
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Whanaungatanga
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the act of uplifting and enhanching kinship ties between people and the environment so both may flourish
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Kaitiakitanga
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guardianship obligations and responsibilities that engage traditional customs and protocols for the purpose of protecting, using and restoring the enrivonment
