As a Native Indigenous to the Americas I cry whenever I see a Haka being performed because I can relate to what it means to the people of the culture; whether I can understand the language or not.
i cried when i was watching their wedding video, though i don't belong to the community or even know about them! i feel love and energy emanate of such activity..
I don't know who you are.. but to your wedding video is STILL in my Facebook news feed.. I still cry every time I watch it. I am intrigued by the haka.. I don't know why I am so moved by the dance. I cry no matter which dance I watch. it's spiritually moving to me..
Agreed, I was procrastinating writing a paper and the wedding video popped up and all of the sudden there were tears falling down my face and I didn't even know why. I had no idea what they words meant but I was so moved by it all. It was so beautiful just to get a glimpse of just a part the culture.
The couple are the ones in the video of the "Wedding Haka". His brother and friends participate and the bride cry of emotion, and, of course, the bride and groom join later in the ceremony.. Love it.
It's crazy how many different haka dance videos I've seen and every single one of them have brought me to tears. It's absolutely beautiful I respect these people and their culture a lot
it truly is. i came across one on facebook, i was like what? then the more i read about it and the maori and the culture, the more i came to appreciate it.
I served with members of the New Zealand Army and was lucky enough to witness a haka first hand. It took my breath away and tears just rolled down my face. Each time I see one the tears come and I cannot explain it but it is not a sad feeling but almost being overwhelmed with beauty, tradition, faith and love. 🖤
This is great. The sad thing for me is, i grew up in the 1970's in Wellington NZ. In those days, Maori culture was not seen as a great thing, Maori's in general in the 1970's had low self esteem and were the butt of racist jokes, like Irish jokes told by English people. I am white, but some of best friends back then were Maori. I almost had a Maori girl friend, but i was to shy. I left NZ in 1989 and i have lived in the UK ever since. Now i look at how NZ has grown and Maori culture is seen as a way of spirituality, wisdom, and family values. I am so happy that Maori's are proud to be Maori, and they have much to teach the materialistic western mind set. Also the extended family, In Maori is the Whanau, is so important. The Western countries suffer much as we live mainly in nuclear families. The knowledge of our elders is thrown away when we put them in old peoples homes.
tablatom I would love to learn what made the shift. You can pm me or whatever. I'd love to hear what made that shift, both in maori culture and the prevailing white culture around them.
Good question Kevin. I don't know, but when i visit NZ i feel the difference. Watch All black videos from the 70's. They score a try, but don't really show much joy about it. For a long time now thats not the case. Maybe its that NZ has become even more multicultural, lots of Pacific islanders, Asians. As far as i remember people of European decent were in the majority by far up to the 80's. And maybe it took time for Maori people to recover from being crushed by the English in the 19th century. I believe the world in general has become a better place for more people, as we wake up that we are all the same. Still there are barriers to break, and the powers that be love to "divide and rule" but i see "oneness" in all peoples becoming stronger. But hey, i could be completely wrong about all of the above LOL.
That's great and all. But shouldn't you be more concerned about how your white compatriots currently have low self-esteem (white guilt) and are the butt of racist jokes and everything wrong with the world is saddled on the white man's shoulders? We *don't* live in nuclear families, 35% of whites are raising kids with single parents. The Maori understand that single parenthood is a terrible idea, hence their family values. Maybe we should appropriate some of Maori culture to get our shit together?
tablatom, the world as a whole has in the past 40 years become more tolerant, inclusive and less racist. Of course there will always be fringe groups but the general consensus is that we are one. I agree with you about extended families. I immigrated to the US when I was a kid with my nuclear family and unlike my cousins back home, never got the chance to spend a childhood near my grandparent's warmth and knowledge and wisdom. They did and when you put us together you can see the difference in mindset. They grew to be much wiser at an earlier age than us. It is one of the things I hated most about being "ripped" off of my homeland; missing my extended family. It is so important to have one and to live among people of different age groups - that intergenerational connection which bestows so much humanity and spirituality. And I am from a small south east European nation. Sadly the extended family is losing its grip there now with the rapid development of the country. But, I completely understand you. Blessings to you and this lovely couple.
I was born in the 70s in AKL and Maori culture and Te Reo were a normal part of schooling. It was also the decade when the Treaty of Waitangi was recognised again and manufacturing jobs, meat works etc were shutting down in rural towns so rural people people were moving to the cities and unemployment was high. It suddenly turned into the decade of dawn raids and the typical 'blame someone else except the government' era.
I was touched by your wedding Haka! It was truly beautiful! I had tears in my eyes so I had to watch it at least 10x I felt that and I'm African American. I love all cultures, but to see the Haka truly spiritual & is like witnessing your warrior ancestor's soul.
I'm a 34 year old translucent caucasian in the north of Germany and I can not die before I whitness a haka in person. I can't watch their wedding haka and not cry. And I love seeing that is has the same effect on so many people around the world. I hope you are doing well, whoever you are.
Praying for those affected by the earthquake in NZ right now. I appreciate those who have taken the chance to watch this video. New Zealand is a special place! Cheers!
I hope you have a God to pray to because last time I checked mormon/Satanist cullttt has no god and worships man and devils this evil sinful and useless way useful and evil sinful. I pray for you and I pray for them in a NZ.
Their wedding video is by far my favorite. And I'm not into wedding videos. It was SO emotional. And after watching this video I know why. Thank you for making this. Much Love.
I’m so excited and blessed to see this beautiful couple again! I’ve watched and been spiritually energized each time I watch there wedding HAKA. Blessings upon y’all , from Texas. 🌺
This is an amazing video. I saw the wedding Haka video and cried and couldn't understand why. The emotion is amazing, I am so happy I came across it because I get to learn about a beautiful culture I've never would've known before. Thank you.
With the atmosphere changing in the United States, we are looking to move to New Zealand. I came across this video and tears immediately flowed. I know this for sure...whatever was being done was absolutely spiritual. My spirit rejoiced. Shalom!
I've seen this so many times.... I'm glad of my indigenous blood that flows through my veins.. makes the dormant Comanche warrior stir with a sense of pride
Maori culture has inspired and fascinated me for some time now. I am always moved by the dances and rituals I witness, even if I may not understand a word, I am one of those people who thinks, "Why am I crying? I can't understand any of the language but I am so moved!!"
She nailed the question I was asking myself and that Was why am I feeling the emotions through watching the HAKA dance. and now I know. Its a spiritual movement and that is a beautiful element in this life. Absolutely beautiful...
So true. I was filled with emotion and i cried when i saw your wedding video. I was shook to the core, almost trembling. I didnt know what was being said but i know it was powerful! So beautiful!
So true as what she says about not knowing what they are saying and still you get chills and this deep feeling of pride an joy that makes you feel like crying. If i was to be reborn in another time and place other than Mexico, then I want to be born a Maori.
I find it very beautiful that there was a blending of cultures in a harmony that was never achieved in my homeland, the United States. We may preach E Pluribus Unum (Out of Many, One), but I see better examples of its practice that we can learn from.
That's a satanic luciferian symbolism with corrupt Latin twisting from the founding fathers intentions videos about Mormons a luciferian cult from hell well smith it's founder was a heavy satanist and devil worshiper.
Unfortunately they don't believe in The Great Spirit and they don't believe in the christian god either. This is a devil satanist kullttt this is a mormon video.
She said exactly what I'm feeling. I've been watching a lot of Haka videos and each time I get so emotional. I started to cry and I didn't understand why. It's just so powerful and emotional and spiritual. Such a wonderful part of a culture that I would love to learn more about
I watched this wedding and I cried and I didn’t understand what was being said but I felt something me and my husband it spoke to our souls and we don’t know why and we can’t understand but want to understand it’s so beautiful I cried every time I see a haka I really what to know what they are saying. My son Kauai is now 12 he will be 13 this year and he also love the feeling he gets watching and would love to learn more.
I just love HAKA since the very first time I watched on RU-vid I was hooked up, I don't understand a word but the energy is so great that after years I still cry when I watch it. Is a great gift to me, Thanks very much.-
This is devil video with the satanic mormons/satanists in it. Be careful and tread your beautiful mexicaness with caution. Cuz you and i are on evil territory. Hellish turf. Be careful sis.
To be honest I think I'm jealous of the Maori. My ancestors came off a boats to a place they didn't want to be. So much was lost in those dark times. But seeing the Maori with such a rich an powerful culture makes me wonder. What where my ancestors like? Were they warriors? Hunters? Farmers? This video, and several others, have lit a fire in me to find my roots and learn of others cultures as well.
I'm Maori and live in New Zealand. That fire that is lit in you is your ancestors bro. They are reaching for you... not to find you but to let you know they have always been with you. Your footsteps follow on from them. We have a saying Kia kaha. (Stand strong) so Kia kaha to you.
You are most welcome. Find who you are bro. Enjoy your journey of discovery. In maori culture we are taught to share our culture it isn't ours alone. It is for all. Enjoy mine as I have always loved the African cultures they are rich and noble people. Let your footsteps find the way. Enjoy your path ahead.
I am the same... I don't understand any single word of haka , but everytime I watch it, I just crying , it was coming from my inside heart... I dunno why, it just full of energy
thank you for sharing your perspective and your wedding haka. I'm one of those who didn't understand what was being said but cried because of the beauty of the love and tradition that it demonstrates. You've opened my eyes a little wider. Thanks😁
I cried watching this emotional Haka tribute. Haven’t got a clue of what they’re singing about, loved it. I need a Maori Man ! Love from the Middle East!
Its so true...the first time i saw a haka I was crying my eyes out and I could never figure out really why...emotion and that spiritual energy can transcend language and any barrier
Been in love with the Haka since I first saw the All Blacks, I have no idea of what they are saying. But I always feel emotional and connected to it, When I heard Jonah Lomu died i was sad and puzzled same thing. I'm not from New Zealand, i'm African from Nigeria, Why i'm I so hooked to All blacks and Haka Lol. I will visit New Zealand for sure.
1:15 so true. I'm 32 and haven't cried since my daughter was born 8 years ago. Watching the wedding haka today I shed tears. I feel something in me when watching it. FYI not a Mormon but believer in Christ. God bless!!
love the emotional meaning behind the haka. love my friends of the Mormon faith. and i love how i see my birth nation Philippines as a bible cover at 1:48 of the vid =D much love from Maryland, USA!
Moron culltttt us satanically evil and demonic lies. Phillipines should know that since moronism made a foot hold there. It too needs to be kicked out.
I saw Haka for the first time today, and I cried and I felt like I just witnessed something so insanely pure. I felt that same feeling giving birth to my son and reverting to Islam. Now I can not stop searching online wanting to know more of the history behind it. It’s extraordinary
omg.... to listen to the explanation as to why ppl cry when watching and listening to Haka's .... I have been watching these all afternoon and each time the same thing happens....I begin to tear up.... I didn't understand why.....makes sense...
thank you so much for this explanation. I know it's years after, but the message is still strong and you're right. even tho I don't fully understand it, haka always brings a tear and strong emotions.
@@newmoonshewolf09 moronism is a satanic cullttt why are you in it. Get out of it it's Satanism in broad day light. Become a Christian or something else and be free of this Satanic Evil.
All I’m here to say is that I recognized that that was an LDS cultural hall from across the world. The wedding haka video was beautiful and touching. Not sure whether I have a drop of blood in common with the people, but spirit to spirit I relate.
Others have commented before about her saying that part about why am I crying when i can't understand it. But that just shows how powerful Haka is. It's like.....it doesn't matter what your culture or religion is. If you can't feel the power and emotion, you need to do some soul searching.
Barton Seven kia ora ehoa (hello friend) here are a couple of waiata you may like to listen to and share with your family and friends, "Tangaroa by Maisey Rika" and "Tangaroa by Tiki Taane VNZMAs 2008"
I'm a physically powerful man and emotionally strong too but many of the Haka I've watched bring me to tears and uplift me spiritually at the same time, I don't understand why and I don't really mind either I love the Maori culture.
wow the first time I say their wedding haka it brought me to tears ( shoot I'm tearing now) it was very spiritual and in my spirit I felt a connection I have no idea why but God bless your union may he continue to be with you in this journey of love faith and loyalty
Love and respect to these people and their awesome culture . Continue in keeping it alive .. it's beautiful and after having been explained what haka is it's quite powerful and uplifting .
@@rasul407+ Pretty ignorant comment don’t you think? The generation after the negative ones are guilty of nothing. Not every person is a bad person, not every Serb is a bad person. Having close minded views like that is what holds the world back and cycles prejudice and hate. You are an example of what not to be in this world.
she's right! their wedding haka showed up on my timeline and by the end when the groom and bride joined in i was near tears. I had no idea what was going on, but it was the raw emotion, this sense of community and family...aaarg, i dont know...I just hope i can have something like that one day ....whatever that was!
As a Maori born and breed from nz we are very proud of our culture we also like all other cultures around the world to Let us show our very proud heritage.
Its our cultures to remember our ancestors and our connection to the earth. I've been looking up so many tribal songs and dances around the earth to see how many keep such beliefs alive. Tribal cultures are the best. Wish we could all be able to celebrate things like that in our societies not only a select few. I have Scottish, African and Blackfoot ancestory. All which I feel are lost. If I could have a wedding. I would wish to mixed them together in honor to those before me who made me.. Me.
Hey! Have any of the couple been assigned on a mission to the Philippines? At 1:49 someone is carrying the BIble (covered in yellow) and it has the Philippine map on it! Thanks!
This wedding video dance changed my son's 4 year old life. Mine, too. Masculinity in its essence with strength, not violence. Why don't we have this everywhere still?
I dont get it, but she's so right... the first time I saw their wedding haka I was amazed...but when I saw it a second time with translating subtitles, I cried... & I'm not the crying type...makes me misty every time I see it...
That's how I feel when I watch a haka. I get really emotional and be like "why am I crying, I don't know what they are saying" I would really love to learn more about haka, and learn a haka.
