5 Questions
Who were the Maori gods that were once united in an embrace?
Rangi and Papa
Which god became known as the god of forests?
Tane
What was the result of Tumatauenga's resentment towards his existence?
The separation of Rangi and Papa
What is the eternal struggle reflected in the Maori myth?
The struggle between dark and light
Who was chosen to carry out the separation of Rangi and Papa?
Tane
Study Notes
- Maori gods Rangi and Papa were once united in an embrace, causing a world of obscurity with little light or movement.
- They had many children who became gods with different domains, such as Tane becoming the god of forests and Tangaroa god of the sea.
- The decision to separate Rangi and Papa was not unanimous, but Tane was chosen to carry it out, leading to the creation of life on Earth.
- Tumatauenga's resentment towards his existence led to the separation, causing the birth of the goddess of the Whanganui and Papa Tuanuku.
- The story reflects on the eternal struggle between dark and light, with a hope for balance and life on Earth.
Explore the Maori myth of how the separation of gods Rangi and Papa led to the creation of life on Earth, with their children becoming gods of different domains. Dive into the narrative reflecting the eternal struggle between dark and light, and the hope for balance and life.
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