1. (modifier) legendary, mythical. Me whakauru ētahi kōrero paki a te Pākehā hei kīnaki (TTT 1/4/1923:8). / Some mythical tales of the Pākehā should be included for pleasure. 2. (noun) myth, ancient legend, story.

Explore te ao Māori through pūrākau retold by various iwi (tribes) about the origins of time through atua Māori (Māori gods) and the historic travel sites visited by many tīpuna (ancestors) including Ranginui (Sky Father), Tāwhirimātea (God of the winds), Kupe and Māui. SCIS no. 1808309.

Explore te ao Māori through pūrākau retold by various iwi (tribes) about the origins of time through atua Māori (Māori gods) and the historic travel sites visited by many tīpuna (ancestors) including Ranginui (Sky Father), Tāwhirimātea (God of the winds), Kupe and Māui. SCIS no. 1808309.

Māori culture is rich in pūrākau, or legends. Learn about some of the most famous stories, and where to experience them for yourself. Discover the Waipoua Forrest and hear stories from local māori at Footprints Waipoua. Tāne Mahuta, Lord of the Forest, is …

1. (modifier) legendary, mythical. Me whakauru ētahi kōrero paki a te Pākehā hei kīnaki (TTT 1/4/1923:8). / Some mythical tales of the Pākehā should be included for pleasure. 2. (noun) myth, ancient legend, story.

Pūrakau refers to the traditional narratives or legends that explain the origins of the world, the gods, and the ancestors of the Māori people. These stories are deeply rooted in Māori cosmology and spirituality, offering explanations for natural phenomena and the human condition.

Pūrākau - creation narratives of history that are handed down over generations. In some cultures they may be known as myths and legends. They are a way of remember significant events and …

Oct 30, 2014 · It begins with an overview of pūrākau theory, which views stories as being interconnected like the roots of a tree.

Need to translate "pūrākau" from Maori? Here are 2 possible meanings.

Māori creation pūrākau speak about love, loss, grief, empowerment, leadership, and the ability to navigate life’s transitions and embrace the spiritual changes and transformations that take us beyond the veil of death.