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Māori gods and goddesses crossword with Ranginui, Papatūānuku, and Tāne Mahuta.
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Ngā Atua Māori Crossword Puzzle

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A 20-clue crossword on Ngā Atua Māori—the gods and goddesses of Te Ao Māori (the Māori worldview). Clues cover major deities like Ranginui (Sky Father) and Papatūānuku (Mother Earth), as well as specialized atua including Tāne Mahuta (forests and birds), Tangaroa (sea), and Rongo Mātane (peace and cultivated food). Includes perspectives from Ngāti Porou and Tainui iwi. Use it for cultural learning, religious study, or exploration of Māori spirituality.

Subject:
Religious
Topic:
Other Religions
Grade Level:
Not Grade Specific
Updated June 2026

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