Introducing Te Rama
Te Rama (The Light) is a Mareikura, a sacred pounamu that embodies maternal wisdom, protection, and aroha. She is a āhuru mōwai (haven) of nurturing energy, offering warmth, reassurance, and a deep sense of belonging to all who seek her guidance.
Te Rama absorbs the healing power of light, drawing strength from Te Taiao (the natural world)—Te Rā (the sun), Te Marama (the moon), and Te Waiora (the ever-flowing waters of Papatūānuku). She channels this energy into a force of safety, resilience, and empowerment, radiating a gentle yet unwavering presence that uplifts and guides those who connect with her.
The two sides of Te Rama symbolise the challenges and growth that shape every journey. On one side, she still displays rough, raw, and weathered elements – her worn and fractured surface reflecting life’s struggles, the scars we carry, and the hardships we endure. Though more polished and refined, the other side still holds traces of its past – representing healing, growth, and the ongoing transformation work towards a bright future. This contrast serves as a visual kōrero, acknowledging our resilience while offering a vision of a future shaped by light, renewal, and hope.
More than a beautiful object, Te Rama is a beacon of hope – illuminating pathways forward, restoring balance, and embracing those in need with the boundless aroha and commitment of whānau. She is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is always light, strength, and the unbreakable ties of whakapapa to guide the way.
