The Lord’s Prayer in Cook Islands Māori (Cook Islands Language)

Passing on cultural phrases, songs, stories, and scriptures is a powerful way to strengthen our children’s connection to their faith, identity, and heritage. In this video, we share the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6: 9 - 13) translated from English into Cook Islands Māori - one of the most well-known and meaningful scriptures across Pacific communities. This resource is perfect for families, churches, schools, and anyone wanting to learn Cook Islands Māori through cultural and spiritual content. 👉 Cook Islands Māori Playlist:    • Learn Cook Islands Māori – Level 1   👉 Cook Islands Māori resources: https://pacificlearners.co.nz/portfol... 👉 More Pacific language videos: https://pacificlearners.co.nz The Lord's Prayer in Cook Islands Māori (Matthew 6: 9-13) Our Father who art in heaven E to matou Metua i te ao ra Hallowed be Thy Name Kia tapu toou ingoa Thy Kingdom come Kia tae to'ou basileia Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven Kia akono'ia to'ou anoano i te enua nei, mei tei te ao katoa ana Give us this day our daily bread Omai i te kai e tau ia matou 'i teianei ra And forgive us our trespasses E akakore mai i ta matou ara as we forgive Mei ia matou those who trespass against us I akakore i ta tetai ara ia matou nei And lead us not into temptation 'Auraka e akaruke ia matou kia timata’ia mai but deliver us from the evil E akaora ra ia matou mei te kino For Thine is the Kingdom, Noou oki te basileia the Power, and the Glory E te Mana, e te Kaka Forever and ever E tuātau uatu Amen Amene