Karakia
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Karakia is the Māori word for incantations and prayers.
[edit] Usage
Karakia are generally used to ensure a favourable outcome of important untertakings[1]. They are also considered a formal greeting when beginning a ceremony[2]. According to legend, in the village of Ruatoria, there was a curse on the Waiapu River which was lifted when Hori Keeti performed Karakia[3].
In the Māori religion, Karakia are used to ritually cleanse the homes of the deceased after a burial[4].
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