The Hongi
What is a hongi?
A hongi is the pressing of noses, which symbolises the exchange of the breath of life
When does the hongi happen?
When the tangata whenua side indicates that the speeches are complete, the manuhiri speakers approach the tangata whenua to hongi
What to do.
1.First you say “kia ora” then you shake their hand softly.
2.You put your left arm on the other person’s shoulder and lean close to touch noses for 1 second like a comfy pillow.
3.Then you let go of their hand and you are done.
The hongi is important because it shows respect to other people.
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