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| Maori old man wearing an ear ring specifically by Maori men this way. It is adornment and spiritual efficacy woven features called Taonga. |
"... what a deep expression. Is that an earring he is wearing? Is there a meaning to the symbol on his face? Is the tattoo permanent?" - Dawn Wolf, Keeper of Stories (Nov. 1, 2010)
"Kia ora Sacred Brother ...yes, it is an ear ring worn specifically by our Men this way. Adornment and Spiritual efficacy are woven features of what we call taonga, often heirlooms with their Spiritual energies passing on to the wearer as present day holder of it's cumulative mana or Sacred power. The facial markings do indeed have enormous Spiritual and actual meanings which are unique to the wearer.
Our Tohunga whakairo, our exponents of Carving Traditions, hold these symbolic codes and their inner meanings although generically they lay out a Celestial and Temporal meaning map of the individuals relationships with His people, Gods and Universe. Rank, roles and responsibilities, gifts of the Ancients and vibrational energetics to enhance the inner landscape are also infused and anchored pnemonically into this art. It is a rite of passage in many respects and signifies ones dedication and commitment to the descent group, Gods and Universe directly." - Mereana Taki
"This is a deep tradition, Mereana. One doesn't simply don a cloak, pick a feather, or decide upon a tattoo based upon an emotional whim in this tradition, do they?" - Dawn Wolf, Keeper of Stories
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