What is an example of a tikanga?

An example of applied tikanga is an approach by Māori weavers in the gathering of traditional materials such as harakeke. One tikanga is to never cut the inside leaves of the plant, the names of these leaves are the rito and this is metaphorically linked to growth of humans.

What are tikanga values?

Tikanga includes Māori beliefs that are inherited values and concepts practised from generation to generation. This is demonstrated at tangihana (the mourning process before burial). Values include the importance of te reo (language), whenua (land), and in particular whānau (family and extended family group).

Why tikanga Maori is important?

Tikanga is generally taken to mean the Māori way of doing things, and can apply to business as well as our everyday life. With so many Tamariki Māori in state care, it is vitally important that the judicial system and people working with these Tamariki Māori and their Whānau are familiar with Tikanga and te reo Māori.

Why do we have tikanga?

Tikanga are more than just ‘rules’. They are best described as a form of social control and can guide the way relationships are formed, provide ways for groups to interact, and even guide the way people identify themselves.

How do you show tikanga?

Tikanga tips

1. Heads. Avoid touching another person’s head, unless invited.
2. Pillows. Avoid sitting directly on pillows or cushions.
3. Hats. Avoid putting hats on food tables.
4. Food. Avoid passing food over anybody’s head.
5. Tables and bags.
6. Speaking.
7. Stepping.

What are tikanga principles?

Generally speaking, tikanga are Māori customary practices or behaviours. The concept is derived from the Māori word ‘tika’ which means ‘right’ or ‘correct’ so, in Māori terms, to act in accordance with tikanga is to behave in a way that is culturally proper or appropriate.

What factors are important for Māori health?

The framework, Te Whare Tapa Wha, describes the four cornerstones of Māori health; spiritual, psychological, physical and family.

Why is tapu so important?

Tapu is the strongest force in Māori life. It has numerous meanings and references. Tapu can be interpreted as ‘sacred’, or defined as ‘spiritual restriction’, containing a strong imposition of rules and prohibitions. A person, object or place that is tapu may not be touched or, in some cases, not even approached.

What does tikanga stand for in Maori culture?

Tikanga can be described as general behaviour guidelines for daily life and interaction in Māori culture. Tikanga is commonly based on experience and learning that has been handed down through generations. It is based on logic and common sense associated with a Māori world view.

What are the tikanga and Kawa guidelines for tangihanga?

Tikanga and kawa guide tangihanga funeral processes. The purpose of the following guidelines is to educate whānau by sharing information about tangihanga on the pā and marae of Taranaki Iwi. These guidelines are not a definitive manual on all tikanga tangihanga.

Are there any tikanga teachers in New Zealand?

The notes on tikanga in this resource provide a general guide for teachers, but they cannot encompass the iwi, hapū, or whānau variances that are particular to every region of Aotearoa New Zealand.

What do Whanau need to know about tangihanga?

Meeting as whānau and hapū to discuss tikanga, mātauranga and planning issues is recommended. Many whānau may already have established tikanga for tangihanga at marae. For other whānau this may be a new learning experience. Discussion and sharing information is how our whānau help each other and educate younger generations.