The Takarangi is a powerful Maori symbol representing the creation of the universe, the balance between Sky Father (Ranginui) and Earth Mother (Papatuanuku), and the journey of life. This post delves into its rich symbolism and artistic significance.
The Hei Tiki stands as a culturally significant artifact of the Maori people of New Zealand, frequently crafted from pounamu, a form of greenstone, and worn as an adornment around the neck. This pendant holds a position of considerable importance within Maori tradition, serving as a tangible link to the past.
These tattoos were often used to symbolize status in the tribe, an expression of power and prestige, being a part of a historic lineage, or sometimes simply an expression of the individual’s individuality.
