This ground-breaking book explores the emergence of Te Hāhi Mihinare - the Māori Anglican Church. Anglicanism, brought to New Zealand by English missionaries in 1814, was made widely known by Maori evangelists, as iwi adapted the religion to make it their own. The ways in which Mihinare (Māori Anglicans) engaged with the settler Anglican Church in New Zealand and created their own unique Church casts light on the broader question of how Māori interacted with and transformed European culture and institutions. Te Hāhi Mihinare uncovers a rich history that enhances our understanding of New Zealand's past. A cast of memorable characters, including nationally well known figures such as Apirana Ngata and internationally significant figures, such as Bishop Azariah from India, vividly people the pages of this fascinating book. Author Hirini Kaa describes the quest for a Māori Anglican bishop, the translation into te reo of the prayer book, and the development of a distinctive Māori Anglican ministry. In the process, Kaa uncovers a rich history that enhances our understanding of New Zealand's past.

ISBN: 9780947518752

Title: Te Hahi Mihinare | The Māori Anglican Church

Author: Hirini Kaa

Publisher: Bridget Williams Books

Publication Date: 09/11/2020

Binding: Paperback / softback

Pages: 352

Readership: General (US: Trade)

Size: 240 x 170

Imprint: Bridget Williams Books

Country Of Publication: New Zealand

BIC Subject: Australasian & Pacific history

DEWEY Classification: 283.93

Product Category: Regional History