Mahuika

Mahuika is a significant figure in Māori mythology, representing the goddess of fire. According to legend, she is the source of all fires and gifts them to people. Mahuika is often depicted as a powerful being who has a fiery temper and can create flames from her fingertips. The stories about her highlight themes of respect for nature and the consequences of greed. She is closely associated with knowledge, transformation, and the life-giving force of fire, illustrating the cultural importance of fire in Māori tradition and its connection to the world around them.