Whakaaria Mai
This song is based on traditional hymns 'How Great Thou Art' (tune) and 'Abide with Me' (loosely translated lyrics).
Whakaaria Mai was made popular by Sir Howard Morrison in 1982.
We sing Whakaaria Mai as a himene (hymn).
Whakaaria Mai was made popular by Sir Howard Morrison in 1982.
We sing Whakaaria Mai as a himene (hymn).
KUPU MĀORI
Whakaaria mai, to ripeka ki au
Tiaho mai, ra roto i te po.
Hei kona au, titiro atu ai
Ora mate, hei au koe noho ai
TRANSLATION
Show your cross to me
Let it shine, there in the darkness.
To there I will be looking.
In life, in death, let me rest in thee.
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