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Whakapakoko atua
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- Whakapakoko atua
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- Manatū Taonga, the Ministry for Culture and Heritage
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- Te Ara - The Encyclopedia of New Zealand
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This whakapakoko atua (god stick) is believed to represent Rongo, the god of agriculture. These sticks were often located near gardens of kūmara (sweet potatoes). They were protective talismans to ensure plentiful crops.
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- New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage Te Manatu Taonga
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- Te Ara - The Encyclopedia of New Zealand
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- https://teara.govt.nz/en/photograph/11598/whakapakoko-atua
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