Story: Māori prophetic movements – ngā poropiti

Ua Rongopai

Prophet Te Ua Haumēne composed Ua Rongopai (the gospel according to Ua). A copy was made by Karaitiana Te Korou of Ngāti Kahungunu. Parts of the book are shown here, including sketches of Pai Mārire flags, a niu pole and Te Ua's teachings.

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How to cite this page:

Judith Binney, 'Māori prophetic movements – ngā poropiti - Te Ua Haumēne – Pai Mārire and Hauhau', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/interactive/27716/ua-rongopai (accessed 20 April 2024)

Story by Judith Binney, published 5 May 2011