Today at school I learnt that you shouldn't cut flax from a bush outside in the rain because that is what the maori people believe is right. I also learnt that you need to say a karakia (prayer) before you cut the flax and before you plant it. I enjoyed learning about flax and next time I would like to learn more.
By Cameron
2 comments:
Hi Cameron.
The Maori people have a number of customs based around the rain. i was interested to read your flax posting because I didn't know that is also a custom. Thanks for sharing this with me.
Jocelyn
Thank you for your comment. We have learnt alot about Maori customs, especially about saying the Karakia before you cut the flax.
Cameron.
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