Ārohirohi

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In Māori mythology, Ārohirohi is the goddess of mirages and shimmering heat, and is the wife of Tama-nui-te-rā (the Sun).[1]

She created Mārikoriko (Twilight), the first woman, from a mirage and then asked Paoro (Echo) to give her a voice.

References[edit]

  1. ^ Took, Thalia. "Ārohirohi, Maori Goddess of Mirages". www.thaliatook.com. Retrieved 12 January 2018.