In Maori custom the head is the most scared part of the body (tapu) because of this birds prized for their heads, plumes or feathers held immense spiritual status, mana and value as chiefly gifts.
Authenticated Ngai Tahu Pounamu.
In Maori custom the head is the most scared part of the body (tapu) because of this birds prized for their heads, plumes or feathers held immense spiritual status, mana and value as chiefly gifts.
Authenticated Ngai Tahu Pounamu.