Can You Bless a Pounamu Yourself?

If you would like to add your own blessing you may either find a Kaumatua (elder) to bless it, or find an appropriate karakia (prayer) and bless it yourself. Q: Is my carving unique? A: Each piece of Pounamu is unique, so in a word, yes!

Can anyone bless a pounamu?

Is the pounamu blessed? Yes, all our pounamu is blessed in its raw form before the carving process begins. All our carvers handle each taonga with customary respect and carved with every possible care.

Is it bad to buy pounamu for yourself?

However whether you are buying a pounamu taonga for a loved one or yourself, you will be ok. It will not bring you bad luck. ... Your pounamu taonga will be imbued with your wairua, add to your mana and become the symbol of honour and permanence that it has always been.