Oceanic Theology of Place in Diaspora
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What is the view of diaspora as presented in the text?

  • A space of transformation and possibility. (correct)
  • An entirely negative condition of exile.
  • A place of loss and disconnection.
  • A concept limited to the Jewish experience.

    • Which diaspora experience is referred to as having a significant influence on Jewish identity and imagination?

  • The Persian captivity.
  • The Mediterranean migration.
  • The Roman exile.
  • The Babylonian exile. (correct)

    • What was one method used to assimilate the CHamoru people?

  • Promoting local governance
  • Destruction of canoes (correct)
  • Encouraging maritime exploration
  • Establishing trade routes

    • In John's writings, how is Christ connected to the Passover lamb?

    <p>By referencing the first Passover event in Egypt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who first led the missionary activities of the London Missionary Society in Tahiti?

    <p>John Williams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prophetic themes link the Babylonian diaspora to the work of Christ?

    <p>Suffering and redemption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What strategy did John Williams employ while in Tahiti?

    <p>Training Native people for evangelism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text present the covenant story between the Creator and Israel?

    <p>As a narrative of hope that includes joy, pain, and perseverance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What earlier diaspora is referenced alongside the Babylonian exile?

    <p>The Egyptian diaspora.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did colonial boundaries impact the relationship of ocean peoples?

    <p>They restricted movement and confined ocean peoples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term 'Micronesia'?

    <p>It describes the smallness of the northern islands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of diaspora does the text emphasize as nurturing creativity and new perspectives?

    <p>Energetic and connective relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested as a model for all diaspora people, according to the text?

    <p>A hopeful model of growth from experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these regions is recognized as having the darkest-skinned peoples?

    <p>Melanesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome for many Cook Islands Māori following their conversion?

    <p>They were trained and sent to other islands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical transformation did oceanic space undergo due to colonial activities?

    <p>It transformed into a space of isolation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'vā' signify in the context of Oceania?

    <p>A source of life and connections between people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does art relate to culture and environment in Oceania?

    <p>It is shaped by both the mother culture and local environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first important theme from Hau’ofa's vision?

    <p>The movement is centered in Oceania and extends outward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by 'land within' in Oceania?

    <p>The tangible expressions of land formed through relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do Pasifika identities play in cultural exchange according to Hau’ofa?

    <p>They can be revitalized at home and in diaspora.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the concept of vā significant in cultural exchange?

    <p>It enables grounding in land and communal relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do sacred intergenerational spaces like PIEAM play for diaspora artists?

    <p>They provide a place for creative expression and community upliftment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the concept of being and becoming described in the context of art production?

    <p>As a process of reconstituting relationships with the land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should communities in diaspora do according to Hau’ofa?

    <p>Engage in intentional cultural exchanges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influences the renewal of the land in Oceania according to the provided content?

    <p>Mapping of movements and pauses in relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Hau’ofa's perspective on storytelling and healing projects?

    <p>They offer opportunities for collaboration across communities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ngākau' represent in the context of Oceania?

    <p>An emotional and spiritual center connecting individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hau’ofa suggest about learning from Indigenous and Black communities?

    <p>They can provide valuable insights for healing and growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase best encapsulates the relationship between land and art in Oceania?

    <p>Art reflects and transforms the experience of the land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hau’ofa mean by 'promises on the horizon'?

    <p>The potential for growth and connection through collective efforts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What central idea does Hau’ofa highlight about the relationship with the ocean?

    <p>The ocean bears both wonderful and terrible aspects that connect us.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential does securing diasporic identity offer to the Oceania diaspora?

    <p>It restores agency while being physically distant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested as important for diaspora generations to do?

    <p>Work together to develop cultural practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does Los Angeles play in the context of diaspora and Indigenous communities?

    <p>It serves as a gathering place for Pasifika people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which communities are mentioned as part of the Indigenous landscape in Los Angeles?

    <p>Indigenous Peoples from Latin America and Oceania.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a central theme in the discussion of diaspora identity?

    <p>The interplay between land, sea, and spiritual landscapes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pito space refer to in the context provided?

    <p>A nurturing space encountered in diaspora.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text characterize urban life in Los Angeles?

    <p>As a dynamic sea of influence and perspective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the ocean in the context of Moana Nui ancestors?

    <p>It helped shape their perspectives and identity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the experience of first-generation immigrants concerning their decision to leave their homeland?

    <p>Their decision is influenced by a lack of choice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the concept of 'fanua' challenge traditional views of land?

    <p>By considering both physical and spiritual dimensions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge do second and third-generation immigrants face regarding their relationship with land?

    <p>They may lack land-based knowledge and connections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the content suggest about the familiar perception of land among immigrant Pasifika communities?

    <p>Land encompasses cultural and spiritual dimensions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What perspective does understanding land as both physical and spiritual offer to the diaspora experience?

    <p>It allows for the cultivation of a deeper sense of indigeneity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What implication does the phrase 'no land' have for the discussed communities?

    <p>It represents a permanent state of displacement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the statement about diaspora suggest regarding cultural exchange?

    <p>Cultural exchange is predominantly one-sided.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflection does the quote about lands convey regarding identity and belonging?

    <p>Displacement leads to loss of cultural identity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Oceanic Theology of Place in Diaspora

    • Postcolonial period reintroduced mobility to Oceania, categorizing immigrant communities as diasporas.
    • For many Pacific Islanders, roots are in ancestral homelands, but they reside in urban environments.
    • Diasporic Pasifika identity is shaped by Christian missions histories of colonialism and cultural hierarchies.
    • Relationship to land is essential to Indigenous identity and theologies.
    • Conceptualizing land as having physical and spiritual dimensions offers possibilities for cultivating Indigeneity in diaspora.
    • Cities can be considered pito (center/navel) space, nurturing island identities in community.

    Keywords

    • Diaspora: Scattering of a people away from their ancestral homeland.
    • Oceania/Turtle Island: The Pacific Ocean region and its countries.
    • Colonization: Historical process of domination and control over a certain land.
    • Indigenous Identity: Identity rooted in connection to culture, land and heritage.

    Key Facts and Figures

    • Author: Melodie Bergquist-Turori
    • Melodie Bergquist-Turori is Luiseño, Ajachemen, and Tongva; descended from Cook Islands Māori, German, and Swedish heritage.
    • The study explores how Pacific Islanders in diaspora conceptualize and maintain their identities in urban spaces.

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    Explore the intricate relationship between diasporic identities and ancestral homelands within the context of Oceania. This quiz delves into the impact of colonial histories and Christian missions on Pacific Islanders' connection to land and community. Engage with concepts of Indigeneity and the nurturing of island identities in urban environments.

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