4/9/2023 0 Comments War dance haka text![]() ![]() The term kapa haka is refers to Māori performing arts, literally meaning to form a line ( kapa) and dance ( haka). Haka are also performed to welcome distinguished guests, or to acknowledge great achievements, occasions or funerals. War haka were originally performed by Māori warriors before a battle, proclaiming their strength and prowess in order to intimidate the opposition. There are vigorous movements accompanied by the stamping of the feet with rhythmically-shouted accompaniment. In the Māori language, haka means “dance” but it’s more of a traditional war cry or challenge in a posture-based dance performed by a group. Surprisingly, today’s featured stamp seems to be the only one to feature the dance. I observed my first in-person haka nearly 12 years ago during a cultural event in Singapore and have become a big fan. One of the most widely-known aspect of that culture is the haka or Māori war dance. ![]() ![]() ![]() Not only are the landscapes breathtaking but the culture never fails to fascinate me. New Zealand ( Aotearoa) has ranked first on my list of places I would like to visit for as long as I can remember. ![]()
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