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KAVA (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE)

KAVA (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE) | The drink made from the prepared roots of the Kava plant (Piper methysticum) is central to certain Polynesian rituals and social gatherings. The drink has a mild sedative effect and is noteworthy for the sense of relaxed well-being it instills in the drinker. Because of this, kava is often served at the opening of Polynesian meetings where one would want relaxed and happy participants. Exact details of the kava rituals vary from island to island within Polynesia. In recent years the active ingredient of kava has been studied for potential pharmacological benefits, and there is a considerable amount of informal, non-scientific studies of the kava buzz among people who go in for that sort of thing. | image tagged in polynesia,simothefinlandized,drinks,culture,social gatherings | made w/ Imgflip meme maker
by SimoTheFinlandized
149 views, 3 upvotes

LUAU (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE)

LUAU (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE) | After King Kamehameha II abolished certain religious tapu in 1819, the Hawaiian Islands gave birth to the luau, a lavish spread of delicacies and feasting in a merry atmosphere, often with accompanied dances and singing. The luau proper was a delicacy of taro leaves and chicken, baked in coconut milk, but soon came to represent the entire celebratory feast. Luaus of the kings could reach incredible sizes, with the famous “Merry Monarch” Kalakaua inviting so many guests that they had to be fed in shifts of hundreds. Luau today is synonymous with “party” in Hawaiian culture, and indeed throughout many cultures in the world. | image tagged in hawaii,luau,simothefinlandized,polynesia,culture,social gatherings | made w/ Imgflip meme maker
by SimoTheFinlandized
177 views, 3 upvotes

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
by SimoTheFinlandized
128 views, 2 upvotes

SURFING (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE)

SURFING (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE) | First described to the west as part of the record of Cook’s voyage in HMS Endeavor, Ancient Hawaiians had long practiced the art of he’enalu- gliding on waves. Access to the best surfing spots and beaches was restricted by class, though skilled surfers of lower classes could earn the right to surf these waters. Hawaiian longboards could be up to 5.5 meters long, and weigh over a hundred pounds, and required considerable skill and prowess to use. Surfing experienced several “waves” of popularity from the early 20th century to present, as new audiences quickly discovered the righteousness of carving sick pipes for themselves. | image tagged in tsunami surfer,simothefinlandized,surfing,polynesia,culture,sports | made w/ Imgflip meme maker
by SimoTheFinlandized
124 views, 2 upvotes, 2 comments

TAPU (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE)

TAPU (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE) | Inextricably linked to the concept of mana, tapu is loosely translated as “holiness” or “sacredness”, and may also imply prohibition, and thus is the source of the loan word “taboo”. Things that are tapu are sacrosanct and may not be disturbed or will suffer desecration and a loss of their mana. Breaking tapu was a serious matter and severely punished in most Polynesian cultures. | image tagged in simothefinlandized,polynesia,culture,morality | made w/ Imgflip meme maker
by SimoTheFinlandized
101 views, 2 upvotes

HULA-DANCING (By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE)

by SimoTheFinlandized
110 views, 2 upvotes

THE MAYANS: A Civilization's Biopic - By SimoTheFinlandized / Paul Palazzolo - 2022 CE

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by SimoTheFinlandized
121 views, 2 upvotes

TRIBES OF THE NATIVE AMERICANS OF NORTH AMERICA (By SimoTheFinlandized / Paul P. - 2022 CE)

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by SimoTheFinlandized
113 views, 2 upvotes

Get Your Facts Straight! THE NATIVE AMERICANS DISCOVERED AMERICA FIRST!!!

by SimoTheFinlandized
129 views, 2 upvotes

ARRERNTE - Aboriginal-Australian Language List-Of- Words: (By SimoTheFinlandized / Paul Palazzolo - 2022 CE)

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by SimoTheFinlandized
443 views, 3 upvotes, 5 comments

THE AZTECS: A Biopic By SimoTheFinlandized / Paul P. - Written In 2022 CE

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by SimoTheFinlandized
125 views, 1 upvote

ABORIGINAL-AUSTRALIAN ART: By SimoTheFinlandized / Paul P. - 2022 CE

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by SimoTheFinlandized
104 views, 1 upvote

A Fun Fact That I Learned Today (source: weirdfacts.org)

by SimoTheFinlandized
121 views, 1 upvote, 1 comment

A Poem By SimoTheFinlandized - 2022 CE

by SimoTheFinlandized
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