Polynesian Navigation and Te Lapa— 'The Flashing'
| Autor: | Marianne ‘Mimi’ George |
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| Rok vydání: | 2012 |
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| Zdroj: | Time and Mind. 5:135-173 |
| ISSN: | 1751-6978 1751-696X |
| Popis: | The author discusses the importance of information about ancient Polynesian voyaging methods in the context of the last few decades of Pacific research. The teachings and demonstrations of a Polynesian navigator, the late Koloso K. Kaveia, are presented as they explain some of the mysteries of an oceanic light phenomenon called te lapa. The author describes her own experiences and observations of te lapa, and outlines what Kaveia revealed about characteristics of te lapa, how to use te lapa in navigation, and how Kaveia learned to use it growing up in a family descended from the Polynesian voyaging hero, Lata. Kaveia's systematic understanding of Polynesian navigation (Te Nohoanga Te Matangi) is introduced to the literature. Various scientific facts and theories about bioluminescence and electromagnetic phenomena are noted for the study of te lapa, as are possible limitations of modern technology, or lack of practical access to it. A theme throughout is the importance of experiential skills for th... |
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