Tukua te wairua kia rere ki ngā taumata Hai ārahi i ā tātou mahi Me tā tātou whai i ngā tikanga a rātou mā Kia mau kia ita Kia kore ai e ngaro Kia pupuri Kia whakamaua Kia tina! TINA! Hui e! TĀIKI E!
Allow one’s spirit to exercise its potential To guide us in our work as well as in our pursuit of our ancestral traditions Take hold and preserve it Ensure it is never lost Hold fast Secure it Draw together! Affirm!
This karakia is an invitation for our wairua to rise, guide, and strengthen us as we carry out our mahi and honour the values and teachings of our ancestors. It speaks to resilience, spiritual clarity, and collective focus, and is often used to open gatherings, learning spaces, or wānanga with intention and unity. It honours our ancestors and acknowledges their presence and guidance they give us. It would not be appropriate to use this karakia as a performance piece or in a commercial context. The wairua of this karakia is uplifting and unifying.
