Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou - May peace be with you
Dear friend, Kia Ora
This taonga has been named Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou which translates to “may peace be with you”.
It is a combination of pounamu with an inlay of bone. The pounamu represents the waka of life upon which we paddle. The physical vehicle that each of us possess.
Upon this is a bird reminiscent of the dove. This is a symbol with several layers of meaning. At one level it represents the inner life of the spirit. We are more than just physical beings. At another level the dove symbolises peace. Therefore, it represents the attainment of true spiritual peace. Being inlayed upon the pounamu shows that it is grounded in actual reality and not subjective delusions.
The eyes are small inlays of buffalo horn. Horns represent mana, leadership and protection.
Dear friend, Kia Ora
This taonga has been named Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou which translates to “may peace be with you”.
It is a combination of pounamu with an inlay of bone. The pounamu represents the waka of life upon which we paddle. The physical vehicle that each of us possess.
Upon this is a bird reminiscent of the dove. This is a symbol with several layers of meaning. At one level it represents the inner life of the spirit. We are more than just physical beings. At another level the dove symbolises peace. Therefore, it represents the attainment of true spiritual peace. Being inlayed upon the pounamu shows that it is grounded in actual reality and not subjective delusions.
The eyes are small inlays of buffalo horn. Horns represent mana, leadership and protection.
Dear friend, Kia Ora
This taonga has been named Kia tau te rangimarie ki a koutou which translates to “may peace be with you”.
It is a combination of pounamu with an inlay of bone. The pounamu represents the waka of life upon which we paddle. The physical vehicle that each of us possess.
Upon this is a bird reminiscent of the dove. This is a symbol with several layers of meaning. At one level it represents the inner life of the spirit. We are more than just physical beings. At another level the dove symbolises peace. Therefore, it represents the attainment of true spiritual peace. Being inlayed upon the pounamu shows that it is grounded in actual reality and not subjective delusions.
The eyes are small inlays of buffalo horn. Horns represent mana, leadership and protection.
This carving comes with a certificate of authenticity. I hope you like the carving enjoy the meaning expressed within this creation.
I wish you and your whānau the deepest blessings.
Arohanui
Andrew Doughty
Database Reference: 100-716
