Kaitiakitanga = Guardians of natural resources, who must ensure the mauri infused in taonga does not get depleted.
Mana = Spiritual power.
Mātauranga Māori = Knowledge of the universe, accumulated over many years.
Mauri = Life force, which is infused in all aspects of the natural world.
Taonga = Treasure, valuable property.
Whakapapa = The genealogical relationships between all living beings.