Ārohirohi

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In Māori mythology, Ārohirohi is the goddess of mirages and wife of Tama-nui-te-rā. She created Mārikoriko, the first woman, from a mirage and then asked Paoro to give her a voice.

[edit] References

  • J. White, The Ancient History of the Maori. Volume II. Government Printer: Wellington, 1887, 136-137, 151-152.


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