galoalad: This morning the constellation Matariki/Mataliki/Makahiki (Pleiades) rose just before the
galoalad:This morning the constellation Matariki/Mataliki/Makahiki (Pleiades) rose just before the winter sunrise. Combined with the current lunar cycle it marks the start of the traditional calendar year for many islander communities. Here is a prayer for the New Year in Te Reo Māori (NZ Māori).Matariki te tipuaMatariki te tawhitoTau mai te wairuaMai ngā ira atuaKi te ira tangataTihei mauriora!Matariki the sacredMatariki the oldWelcome the spirit,Welcome the life forcefrom the essence of atuato us of the human kindLet there be life! Happy New Year & May it be a good one! -- source link
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