Ahopoka V2
Kōrero - Story: Niho Taniwha Tāniko pattern - The design is a metaphor calling for universal connection
Me ahopoka tātou kia tū hei iwi kotahi - We should stand together united as one people
A calling within us & to each other to unite, to stand as one
He aha te mea nui o te Ao? He Tāngata, He Tāngata. He Tāngata
Product Description: Laser engraved Tāniko design on front flap of bag with snap button closure, top zipper on main compartment, internal pocket in lining
Translation
Ahopoka - to stand together/unite, Pēke - Bag, Kōrero - Story
Niho Taniwha - Traditional Māori pattern found in Tāniko and Tukutuku (ornamental lattice work) often depicted as a series of triangular shapes representing lineage & connection to the Gods & symbolises guardianship, strength & unity
Tāniko - Finger Weave / Pattern found on borders of cloaks
He karanga atu ia tātou kātoa - Calling to, a calling within us & to each other
He aha te mea nui o te Ao? - What is the most important thing in the world?
He Tāngata, He Tāngata. He Tāngata - It is the people, It is the people, It is the people
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