AS 91727 · 4 credits · Internal
Wāhi tapu perspective
Te whakapuaki whakaaro mō tētahi wāhi tapu ki te Māori
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You need to explain and discuss a sacred place (wāhi tapu) that is important to Māori. You'll identify the main features of that place, explain why they matter, and describe the customs and practices Māori follow when using, caring for, and respecting it—including how they relate to the spiritual guardians (atua) of that place.
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What you actually do
- ·Identify and describe the main physical, historical, cultural, or spiritual features of a sacred place and explain why these features are significant to Māori
- ·Explain how these features affect the health, wellbeing, and identity of Māori people
- ·Describe the customs (tikanga) and practices Māori follow at that place—how people use it, look after it, and manage it respectfully
- ·Show understanding of how Māori relate to the spiritual guardians (atua) associated with that place and why certain practices are important
- ·Demonstrate knowledge of how these customs may differ depending on the region or iwi (tribe) involved
AAchieved
You correctly identify the main features of a sacred place and the key reasons they matter, and you describe the relevant customs Māori follow there, including some connection to spiritual guardians.
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