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POWHIRI (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE)

POWHIRI (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE) | The Maori greeting ceremony for 
dignitaries is a complex ritual. 
Traditionally it begins with a 
ceremonial threat to the visitor 
(this part is rightfully regarded 
as the most exciting part of the 
Powhiri), during which the visitor’s 
steadfastness is judged and the 
host’s martial prowess is displayed, 
lest there be any confusion about how 
things might go. The visitor accepts 
the rautapu, a token offering by the 
Atua of Peace, the two sides exchange 
a hongi by pressing their noses to 
each other and sharing breath, 
and the ceremony is concluded. | image tagged in maori,simothefinlandized,greetings,ceremony,polynesia,culture | made w/ Imgflip meme maker
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The Maori greeting ceremony for dignitaries is a complex ritual. Traditionally it begins with a ceremonial threat to the visitor (this part is rightfully regarded as the most exciting part of the Powhiri), during which the visitor’s steadfastness is judged and the host’s martial prowess is displayed, lest there be any confusion about how things might go. The visitor accepts the rautapu, a token offering by the Atua of Peace, the two sides exchange a hongi by pressing their noses to each other and sharing breath, and the ceremony is concluded.