Marae Blog post SML

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Blog Post Title : Te Reo, Term 4 2016.

This term we have been learning all about the Marae. We have learned that…….

• The Marae is an important focal point for the community.
• The Marae is a place where tradition and customs can be carried out.
• The Marae is a place where people can express their values with dignity.
• There are many kawa ( protocols) that prevail on the marae.
• Marae kawa (protocols) can differ between maraes and iwi.

We have focussed on some key concepts when doing this learning.

These are listed and explained in the table below.

Concept	Definition - give the meaning of these concepts in your own words.
Tikanga	This has a range of meanings, Culture, Custom etc the Maori way of doing things.
Pōwhiri	Welcoming ceremony for people of the Marae but it can also happen anywhere than just a Marae.
Tangata whenua	To describe the Maori people
Manuhiri	Visitors to the Marae.
Tūrangawaewae	A place where you belong and a place where you stay.
Whanaungatanga	Family and connections.
Manaakitanga	Generosity and hospitality
Aroha	Love and Respect.

See this video for an explanation of the roles and responsibilities of people on a marae.

Something I would like to learn more about the marae is……...