What is the importance of Matariki?
Traditionally, depending on the visibility of Matariki, the coming season's crop was thought to be determined. The brighter the stars indicated the warmer the season would be and thus a more productive crop. It was also seen as an important time for family to gather and reflect on the past and the future.
When do you know it is Matariki?
When it is late May or early June, when you can see the seven Matariki stars and when its the new moon.
What are some Rituals Maori do during Matariki?
Matariki is the time to spend time family, give thanks to Papatuanuku, to remember whakapapa, to rest after planting crops/the harvest and to reflect
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