The Māori Creation Story - The Te Reo Māori Classroom

“Ki te whei ao ki te ao marama” (or “Ki te whai ao, ki te ao mārama”) means “From the glimmer of dawn to the world of light/enlightenment,” symbolising the journey from darkness (Te Pō) and potential (Te Kore) into the physical, enlightened world of knowledge and understanding, referencing the creation story where Tāne separated the sky and earth. It signifies emergence, learning, and transformation, often used in speeches to mark the start of something new or enlightening. | Seven Suns