Spelman A Hikairo, Dieriks B V
Faculty of Science, Psychology, University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand.
Te Huinga Hinengaro-Centre for Brain Research, University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand.
J Bioeth Inq. 2025 Jun 20. doi: 10.1007/s11673-025-10439-2.
Even though the last war between Tangata Whenua and the Crown ended over 150 years ago, Tiriti obligations and the rights of Tangata Whenua remain largely unaddressed. Significant disparities persist, with limited discourse on effective solutions. The recently introduced Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill highlights enduring challenges in honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi. This manuscript examines Te Ao Māori (the Māori worldview) and Western worldviews in Aotearoa, exploring their profound cultural differences and implications for relationships between Tangata Whenua and Tangata Tiriti. We highlight the holistic, interconnected nature of Te Ao Māori, rooted in whakapapa, and contrast this with the rationalism and compartmentalization of Western traditions. To bridge these worldview differences, we propose a relationship framework grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi to promote equitable, respectful partnerships. This framework addresses power imbalances and advocates for a two-worldview methodology that honours the mana of both perspectives. By integrating these approaches, we identify pathways for building stronger, inclusive relationships. This pluriversal approach respects the integrity of both worldviews and offers a foundation for coexistence rooted in mutual respect.
尽管毛利人与英国王室之间的最后一场战争在150多年前就结束了，但《怀唐伊条约》规定的义务以及毛利人的权利在很大程度上仍未得到落实。巨大的差距依然存在，关于有效解决方案的讨论也很有限。最近出台的《怀唐伊条约原则法案》凸显了在履行《怀唐伊条约》方面长期存在的挑战。本文探讨了新西兰的毛利世界观和西方世界观，剖析了它们深刻的文化差异以及对毛利人与《怀唐伊条约》签署方之间关系的影响。我们强调毛利世界观基于谱系传承的整体、相互关联的本质，并将其与西方传统的理性主义和条块分割进行对比。为弥合这些世界观差异，我们提出了一个基于《怀唐伊条约》的关系框架，以促进公平、相互尊重的伙伴关系。该框架解决了权力不平衡问题，并倡导采用尊重两种世界观权威性的双世界观方法。通过整合这些方法，我们找到了建立更强大、包容性更强的关系的途径。这种多元普遍主义方法尊重两种世界观的完整性，并为基于相互尊重的共存提供了基础。
