as the Maori myths have it initially the sky father Ragin and the Earth mother papatuanuku were bound together in an eternal Embrace enveloped in each other they lived in a continuous and unchanging state of Love many children were born from this deep love powerful Gods each of whom represented distinct aspects of the natural world these included the God of War tumat taonga the god of the Winds twii Matea and the god of the forest tan ranginui and papa tanu's Union trapped their children in the darkness between their bodies the yearning for light space and freedom
started to grow within them each child in their own way tried to separate their parents tumat taonga Advanced Brute Force While others suggested more peaceful strategies but it was tan with his determination and resilience who finally succeeded in pushing his father up thus creating the sky and pinning his mother down forming the Earth the split was an extremely heartbreaking event although separated ranginui and papatuanuku continued to love each other deeply their heartfelt tears fell to the Earth like rain while Papa tanuku Rose Vapors to touch him the separation from their parents deeply impacted their children
angered by the pain inflicted on his parents T Matea vented his Fury in storms and viol ENT winds in contrast to mainga faced the challenges and learned to survive and thrive in the New World Order embodying Maori strength and endurance the ranginui and papatuanuku myth is riddled with teachings it depicts the origin of life and the importance of balance between the natural elements this tale is a metaphor for the complexity of relationships the need to sacrifice for the greater good and the interconnection between all living things the story is preserved and honored through sculptures paintings
and songs and continues to impact current and future Generations the ranginui and papaku myth is key to understanding the Maori world view it instructs us to understand the interdependence between all aspects of life and emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature using this myth the mai expressed their respect and veneration for the natural world recognizing the importance of keeping a healthy balance with the environment and with each other the Love Story separation and eternal connection between ranui and papatuanuku is still a source of inspiration teaching and reflection for the Maori people and for
everyone who knows this Rich tradition [Music]
