PLEASE NOTE: AS THIS IS WHALE BONE , THIS CARVING CAN ONLY BE COURIED TO A NEW ZEALAND ADDRESS.
Dear friend, Kia Ora
This substantial taonga is named Pā Whakawairua. This translates to expression for the mauri of a person or place. It can also mean spiritual leader.
The main basis of this taonga is the Hei Tiki. This represents humankind. This main figure possesses manaia for its arms, legs and hands. At one level, this represents protection and at another level, great strength. At another level, this could also be expressed as whanaungatanga. It shows a sense of family connection and extended relationships which when developed, provides people with a sense of belonging.
It also symbolises spiritual strength. The most precious opportunity to develop spiritually exists now. By taking the essence of this human life, we can fulfil the goal of our existence. This is our true protection. The arms are each facing outwards away from the body. This shows the willingness to help, serve and to nourish others. The hands represent our unique individual gifts. The Manaia are supporting themselves with their arms. They show that we are to take full responsibility for our choices and actions. The legs provide a firm foundation. This symbolises stability and great strength, speed and agility.
Above the main tiki’s face is an inlay of Mother of Pearl. This symbolises great wisdom and being able to ‘see’ clearly through the gift of wisdom. The mouth is open and does not contain a protruding tongue. This represents being ready to receive divine nourishment and the ability to listen. Surrounding the head is a circle. This symbolises the spiritual battle of the warrior. This is the battle for the mind. It is a battle for truth. This circle also represents the protection that only the Most High Atua can provide.
The Manaia at the bottom are the legs of the guardian. Their mouths are holding a sphere that contains an inlay of pounamu. This holds our deepest dreams and immortal treasures. The inlay on the back of this sphere is opal from Lighting Ridge (Australia).
The eyes of the tiki are pounamu while the eyes of the manaia are inlays of pāua.
PLEASE NOTE: AS THIS IS WHALE BONE , THIS CARVING CAN ONLY BE COURIED TO A NEW ZEALAND ADDRESS.
Dear friend, Kia Ora
This substantial taonga is named Pā Whakawairua. This translates to expression for the mauri of a person or place. It can also mean spiritual leader.
The main basis of this taonga is the Hei Tiki. This represents humankind. This main figure possesses manaia for its arms, legs and hands. At one level, this represents protection and at another level, great strength. At another level, this could also be expressed as whanaungatanga. It shows a sense of family connection and extended relationships which when developed, provides people with a sense of belonging.
It also symbolises spiritual strength. The most precious opportunity to develop spiritually exists now. By taking the essence of this human life, we can fulfil the goal of our existence. This is our true protection. The arms are each facing outwards away from the body. This shows the willingness to help, serve and to nourish others. The hands represent our unique individual gifts. The Manaia are supporting themselves with their arms. They show that we are to take full responsibility for our choices and actions. The legs provide a firm foundation. This symbolises stability and great strength, speed and agility.
Above the main tiki’s face is an inlay of Mother of Pearl. This symbolises great wisdom and being able to ‘see’ clearly through the gift of wisdom. The mouth is open and does not contain a protruding tongue. This represents being ready to receive divine nourishment and the ability to listen. Surrounding the head is a circle. This symbolises the spiritual battle of the warrior. This is the battle for the mind. It is a battle for truth. This circle also represents the protection that only the Most High Atua can provide.
The Manaia at the bottom are the legs of the guardian. Their mouths are holding a sphere that contains an inlay of pounamu. This holds our deepest dreams and immortal treasures. The inlay on the back of this sphere is opal from Lighting Ridge (Australia).
The eyes of the tiki are pounamu while the eyes of the manaia are inlays of pāua.
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