TANE
Maori Light God
Also known as Tane-Mahuta, Tanemahuta
God of Forests and Light
He lets light into the world every day by lifting up a corner of the dark sky.
The son of Creator Gods Rangi and Papa, he helped to separate them and shed a bit of light on things.
He’s also responsible for forests and trees, and invented the tasty Tui bird.
He’s also associated with the Hawaiian Kane.
Tane Facts and Figures
Name: Tane
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Tane-Mahuta, Tanemahuta
Gender: Male
Type: God
Area or people: Maori people of Polynesia
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present
Role:
In charge of: Light
Area of expertise: Light
Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 10681
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Article last revised on April 30, 2019 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders
References: Coming soon.