Hinatea
deity single tradition · 1
Hinatea, meaning 'Fair Hina,' is one of the names associated with Hina and the phases of the moon. She was initially married to Irawaru. After Irawaru was turned into a dog by Māui, Hinatea threw herself into the sea.
When
- First attested
- 0 CE
- Attested period
- 1891 – 1970
- Historical notes
- Documented in late 19th and 20th century sources.
Relationships
- manifests as
- Hina
- co occurs with
- Hinauri, Tinirau, Tuhuruhuru, Māui, Te Tunaroa
- consort of
- Irawaru
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Hina was associated with phases of the moon under the names Hinatea (Fair Hina) and Hinauri (Dark Hina). The moon is also known by the name Māhina. Initially Hinatea (Fair Hina) was married to a man named Irawaru.”
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