Biker gang pays respects to Christchurch victims with emotional Haka dance

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And yet, in the wake of such disasters so often do humans prove their incredible ability to stand together and stand defiant.

It’s been no different in this instance, with thousands of people visiting both mosques to leave tributes and pay their respects to the fallen.

Tributes

Perhaps one of the most poignant to stand out came on Sunday 17th, when a biker gang performed the traditional Maori ceremonial dance, the Haka, for their own nod to those who lost their lives.

Mangu Kaha Aotearoa, one of the bikers, said shortly before the dance: “We’re here to express our love, sadness that this has happened here in our community. This is all our community.”

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The Haka, known across the world, is a traditional ceremonial or challenge dance in Maori culture, and is often performed at funerals or other large events.

It serves as the perfect reminder that New Zealand, and indeed the world, will not bow to the pressures of terrorism. We will not flinch and hide, nor change our ways of life in the face of those intent on committing heinous and callous acts.

Watch the video below to see the incredible dance: 

Black, white, brown, or green … it doesn’t matter what color we are, what creed we stand for, we must band together to ensure peace and prosperity moving forward. 

Terrorism has no place in this world, and the sooner we’re able to completely eradicate it, the better! Share this article if you will not be cowed!

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