‘Kia hora te marino’ is a karakia we often use in our @learnmaoriabroad adult and kids classes to open or close a session, however it is most commonly used as a karakia whakamutunga (closing prayer). Here is the English translation of this well-known blessing: May peace be widespread May the sea be like greenstone A path for us all today Give love, receive love Let us show respect for each other Gather, unite! What is your favourite karakia? Mihi atu ki a Jordan Kaie (Youtube) for reading this b