MAOR373

Whakaaro Wairua: Maori Spiritual Beliefs and Philosophies

30 points

Not offered 2026, offered in 2024, 2025

For further information see Aotahi School of Maori and Indigenous Studies

Description

This course explores Maori philosophies, thought and, what has been described in the literature as, "spiritual beliefs" across time. The course will look at Maori concepts such as tapu, mana, mauri, ihi, wehi, wana and others, how these concepts have changed and the factors that have given rise to new understandings of these. We will also explore the ongoing maintenance of these concepts in the face of Christianity and modernity.

Prerequisites

Any 30 points at 200 level from MAOR or TREO, or
any 60 points at 200 level from the Schedule V of the BA.

Restrictions

MAOR417