The two meanings of matariki both refer to stars mata arkil (eyes of god) and mata riki (little eyes)
Matariki and why do we celebrate the Maori New Year at this time of year?
Matariki signals the maori new year. It is time for renewal and celebration in New Zealand that begins with the rising of the matariki star cluster.
The meaning of the nine stars
Ururangi is all about wind he like nature
Matariki is the mother of the 9 stars
Tupu Rangi to bring the forters and trees back.
Waiti is about freshwater and having great year of good fishing
Pohutukawa is about died the past year
Waita Connected to the river with living creatures.
Waipuna Rangi-Rain in the sky
Tupuarangi growing food like fruits and fresh food to eat.
Hiwa-I-te-rangi is to send hope and send dreams
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