Matariki: The Star of the Year

The Star of the Year

Author: Rangi Matamua

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The Matariki tradition has been re-established, and its regeneration coincides with a growing interest in Maori astronomy. What is Matariki? Why did Maori observe Matariki? How did Maori traditionally celebrate Matariki? When and how should Matariki be celebrated? This book seeks answers to these questions and explores what Matariki was in a traditional sense so it can be celebrated in modern society.

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In mid-winter, Matariki rises in the pre-dawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners and a vast number of events. The Matariki tradition has been re-established, and its regeneration coincides with a growing interest in Maori astronomy. Still, there remain some unanswered questions about how Matariki was traditionally observed. These include: What is Matariki? Why did Maori observe Matariki? How did Maori traditionally celebrate Matariki?When and how should Matariki be celebrated?Based on research and interviews with Maori experts, this book seeks answers to these questions and explores what Matariki was in a traditional sense so it can be understood and celebrated in our modern society.

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Publisher

Huia Publishers

Published

30th January 2018

Pages

118

ISBN

9781775503255

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

14 Jul, 2022

Excellent
By christine

13 Jul, 2022

This book is an absolutely incredible tangoa from Rangi Matamua, it has easy to understand explanations as well as amazing illustrations and photographs. It is well referenced and indexed, and gives the reader a better understanding of Maori culture, language , traditional practices and beliefs.
By Tracy

10 Jul, 2022

What a great resource to have to understand Matariki and the additional context of the Maori Luna Calendar (Maramataka) and Maori mythology. I already enjoy sharing this knowledge with friends and family
By Shane

07 Jul, 2021

Excellent more understanding of Matariki and where it fits in my life and the world very interesting
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