📚 Part 1: Core Principles Understanding

1. Which three core principles form the foundation of Ratana philosophy?

Taha wairua (spirituality)

Taha whānau (community)

Social justice

Economic prosperity

Political independence

2. How does taha wairua relate to the Ratana movement?

It focuses only on Christian beliefs

It combines Māori spiritual traditions with Christian faith

It rejects all spiritual practices

It promotes only traditional Māori religion

3. The concept of taha whānau in Ratana philosophy emphasises:

Individual achievement above all

Community solidarity and collective responsibility

Competition between whānau groups

Separation from wider society

4. Complete this sentence: Ratana's approach to social justice focused on _____________ for Māori people.

The movement sought equal _____________ and _____________ within New Zealand society.

✏️ Part 2: Connections to Tino Rangatiratanga

5. Explain how Ratana philosophy principles connect to the struggle for tino rangatiratanga:

6. Give an example of how the principle of social justice in Ratana philosophy might support Māori rights today:

7. How did Ratana's emphasis on community (taha whānau) strengthen Māori unity in their fight for self-determination?

8. Which Ratana principle do you think is most relevant to New Zealand society today? Explain your choice:

9. How might Ratana principles apply in your own whānau or community context?

10. In what ways do Ratana philosophy principles align with the values expressed in Te Tiriti o Waitangi?