ISBN:
0-908083-11-4
,
978-0-908083-11-4
ISSN:
0155-0896
Language:
English
Pages:
viii, 85 Seiten
,
Illustrationen
Edition:
First published January 1984
Series Statement:
Special Studies in Religions number 4
Keywords:
New Zealand Maori
;
Religion, traditionelle
;
Ritual, religiöses
Abstract:
Introduction to Maori Religion is an important exploration of the character of Maori religion before European contact and of its survival in contemporary Maori and New Zealand culture. (Umschlagtext)
Description / Table of Contents:
Preface -- Introduction -- The Maori world view -- Creation -- Outline structur of Maori society -- Mauri, Mana, Tapu, Noa -- Gods, demons and ghosts -- Approaching the sacred -- Tangihanga - the rituals of death -- Te Ngaherehere A Tane -- Sacrifice and offerings -- Conclusion -- End notes -- Bibliography & sources cited -- Glossary
Note:
Literaturverzeichnis: Seite 79-80
