Maori Jade Amulets
In my previous article titled Greenstone in Maori Culture I promised to tell more about different Maori medallions which are made from greenstone.
So I am keeping my promise, and here we go:
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Tiki - It has a number of meanings, most common being - a fertility symbol (look - the hands are on the loins). It is also a token of good will, and Maori present it to their friends or person they respect.
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Spiral - Koru. The Koru is inspired by the uncurling fern fond, which is found all across New Zealand. Koru symbolizes tranquility, positive change, peace, awakening, and personal growth. Maori use it to represent new life, new beginnings and harmony.
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Triple Twist - Crossover. Symbolizes friendship and bonding, two different lives becoming one for eternity. There is also a Double Twist and Single Twist.
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Hei Matau - Fish Hook. Symbolizes peace and prosperity, determination and strength, health. It is also provides safe marine journey. Hei Matau and other “marine” amulets probably were worn by Maori as talismans during their fishing expeditions. Hei-matau was carved in a variety of styles.
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Manaia. Manaia is an ancient mythical being having a human form but head of a bird. It is a messenger between a world of spirits and mortal people. It represents the strong bonding between the Maori people and the spirit world. Manaia holds great spiritual energy and guards against all evil.
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July 19th, 2008 at 8:26 pm
Fascinating and Beautiful !!
Went to the Products from New Zealand site and fell in love with it. Subscribed to it and downloaded some awesome Maori items !
Are you friends with the people on that sit?
~ Alex
July 19th, 2008 at 8:27 pm
Oops!
That’s “site” not “sit”…
And I call myself a writer……….
~ Alex
July 20th, 2008 at 4:48 am
Well, you can say that I am friends with those people
Is there anything specific that you wanted to find there ?
July 20th, 2008 at 9:36 am
No, nothing specific, yet–need to generate more money with my new business first…
It was a business curiosity question, that’s all.
~ Alex