I'm South African 🇿🇦 and we are New Zealand's greatest rivals with huge respect for each other and we mourned Jonah Lumo's like he was one of our own because of his contribution to the game and when New Zealanders did the same when we lost Joost it was breath taking, long live the springbok vs all black rivery long live✊🏾
Kia Ora. When a Haka is performed at tangihanga (funeral), it's not only a sign of respect for the deceased. We are asking the tupuna (ancestors) to prepare heaven for this warrior to enter. Love your channel!
@@AnEnquiringMind Kia Ora my fellow ANZAC. I think you mean Ka Mate? The haka Ka Mate was originally composed and done by a war leader, Te Rauparaha, from the tribe Ngati Toa, after he evaded certain death from another tribes war party. The haka was composed more out of proclamation of victory and holding up the prestige of the land and ancestors. In retrospect of this Ngati Toa may have used this haka before a war. Haka is more momentum with energy channeling purpose and meaning. It was generalized as a " war dance" by colonists and has become known as such. Haka has many purposes and is more conceptual rather than definitive. Nga mihi Narelle
@@Jilzies I did know they had different meanings and such. Thanks for the correction on the Ka Mate. To be fair, I can’t spell for shite. I do recall the story about the war chief, John Eales did a doco on his regret about the Wallaby’s turning away and not facing the Haka, just doing their pre game prep. So he went and learnt about the Ka Mate. They didn’t delve too deep (I mean, 2 hrs). But I love watching the All Blacks do the Haka! It’s like ‘COME AT ME BRO!!’
@@AnEnquiringMind yes the haka is a war dance there is a haka called Ka Mate Ka mate which is a haka of respect where a chief called Te Rauparaha was being chased by warriors a old lady hid him in a kumara pit and sat on the pit to Maori it is tapu or a sign of disrespect for a women to sit over a man's head so they left once warriors left Te Rauparaha performed the haka Ka mate Ka mate
Man, I've done haka at funerals with tears streaming down my face and snot coming out of my nose. Part of what haka provides is a safe, socially-acceptable way to express strong emotions. There is something so powerful about sharing your grief, love, and respect with a group of people who are united in purpose, words, and actions.
We need a lot more of this positive encouragement of expressing emotion, especially in the west. A truly masculine way for men to show vulnerability and strength. Love and respect. I know very little of this culture but what I know I respect deeply. 👊
I'm Kenyan 🇰🇪 but know various hakas and even the NZ national anthem in Māori word for word. I played and am a huge fanatic of the game. I used to wear the All Blacks jersey all the time
Hi guys❤ Thank you for watching and highlighting this video. This is the funeral of my friend, and Rugby superstar, Jonah Lomu. Jonah died at the age of 40 in 2015. Every school in New Zealand has a school haka. The school that Jonah attended as a boy was Wessley College in Auckland, and those were his old school rugby team-mates performing their school haka as we carried him from the stage. The men performing the second haka were his former team-mates from our national rugby side, the All Blacks, and their team haka. Peace and love, Grant❤️
the Haka is performed on many different occasions, it was used by Maori to put fear into their enemies as a challenge, it is performed at weddings, funerals, any big occasion really, there are many different haka's for every occasion, this one is a sign of great respect for the greatest rugby winger of all time from any nation, HUGE RESPECT FOR JONAH, R.I.P.
I am not a huge rugby fan but I was asked to photograph Jonah less than a month before his passing. He turned up with his wife and kids and they were a lovely family. He had such a larger than life image that I was a little surprised to realise that he was my height and not as big built as I expected . He spoke quite quietly and they talked of plans to dedicate time to their children. They were with me for about 45 minutes and struck me as being really nice people . Such a shame that he passed so suddenly and without too much warning
Great reaction.. you guys showed so much respect. RIP..Jonah Lomu. The haka’s were spine tingling..here in Australia Jonah was much loved and respected. I went to NZ for a holiday and it was phenomenal. I was lucky and got to see a Haka performance at a rugby league match whilst I was there. Keep your reactions going..you guys are doing a great job..love to you and your family from beautiful Australia…❤❤❤
You guys are doing a awsome job of reacting to all the New Zealand videos , and all your questions are valid and respectful, appreciate the love , from New Zealand ❤
I'm Maori, doing a Haka at a funeral is a show of respect but is also a great way to emotionally express yourself and helps to grieve. We learn haka growing up here as kids and even have competitions based around Haka/traditional song and dance (Kapa Haka) these competitions are pacific wide
One of the baddest to do it. I'm Tongan boy from the US and proud of it. Jonah was an NZ born Tongan. We Polynesians are all related and are a very spiritual people by nature. A culture forged in the heat of battle and shaped by the current of the ocean. In touch with our culture and our ancestoral warrior bloodlines. RIP Legend 🇹🇴🩸🇳🇿 thanks for sharing! Your Tongan friend from Utah
The Haka is a genuine cultural tribute showing pride, strength and unity. It's not like a theme park display, and it would be very disrespectful to the family and friends, who are showing huge dignity in their grief, for guests to act more upset than them. So much information on here about Haka's importance- it is truly moving.
Kia ora, i just wanted to say that it is not offensive at all for others to feel emotion from haka directed to others. Be careful of your misinformation. The haka is very spiritual, he ihi, wehi, mana producing a collection of energy that connects all to the kaupapa. It is arrogant to not expect others to feel the spiritual touch when a haka is being done and you have no right to tell others how to feel. Expression and feeling wairua is encouraged in maaoridom. Make sure ne, ka tika te korero e koa
There are a lot of haka videos on RUclips to watch and understand them and the surnifigents of hakas and the respect they stand for in Newzealand they mean a lot to everyone no matter what country your from
This is an acknowledgment of Jonas life… this is one of our ways to salute a fallen comrade. The elderly man with the symbolism of grief worn on the head. Death is merely the end of life but your spirit lives on in those that are left behind. Correct, Wesley Boys College
Jonah was from the Islands , I think he came to NZ young, educated here and went to Wesley, ( hence they honoured him with the school Haka ) The 2 small children are his kiddies. The second Haka was performed by many important past and present players and is one of the Haka that is performed before a game.
Wrong. Jonah was born in Auckland, New Zealand. As a child he went back to the motherland The kingdom of Tonga and spent some time there. The first Haka is the Old boys of Wesley College, the 2nd Haka is players past, present, future that all played or watched Jonah as a youngin growing up in this country. The last Haka were the current students from his old school Wesley College. New Zealand has the most Polynesians per capita in the world hence all the different Islanders you see. Jonah Lomu's ancestry is from The Kingdom of Tonga. Jonah is like Bo Jackson of the LA Raiders NFL who played Baseball also. Jonah ran the 100 meters in 10.6 seconds and was a decathlete in Athletics for Wesley College he also played Basketball and Volleyball. An Athletic Specimen of Tongan Descent born and raised in Aotearoa (New Zealand)... There'll never be another Jonah.
Thank you, I still get chills. Jonah was a gently spoken, humble, beautiful human being. Millions of tears fell for him & his family when he passed, it was such a sad time in NZ, He was loved. Please do a reaction to "Haka History" very informative & beautiful. Any uploads of Jonah & the Haka will bring you an army of new friends in NZ.
I’m English but this got me so much more emotional than the Queen’s state funeral ever did. The Haka, and watching everybody no matter you are; young, old, friend, stranger, student, teacher perform it with the upmost respect and strength is amazing. Powerful and full respect to everyone, RIP
A beautiful tribute to a much loved legend ❤️ Gone far too soon 😔 I think the outpouring of love shown from many around the world after his passing was also an incredible testament to who he was. Being a Kiwi, I appreciate you sharing this ❤️ Like someone else said, if you are interested in the haka, the Beats by Dre mini documentary is a good watch 😊
The energy you get from performing a haka is like nothing you've ever experienced. It lifts your spirits & you can feel the life energy of the world coursing through you, from the soles of your feet, toes, your hands & even your hair. It is the Superconscious expressed through primal life force.
The Haka really gets you like that even if you have no idea what the Haka is or how its used, I'll end up crying and feeling exactly what you said. My family is from Ghana and Botswana and we live in the UK and don't have much contact with New Zealanders but I'd love to meet any new Zealanders. What I love most about the Haka other than all the history and tradition about it is that every New Zealander gets involved and learns it and the language and really feels it and gets stuck it, making it their own culture even if they are not Māori, if that makes sense. It is so beautiful the respect and integration. Its really a model for the world that needs to be implemented because as humans, we can't keep hating each other or we will end up destroying not only ourselves, but rhe world and everything in it. The Haka is such a beautiful dance. Love from the UK, Ghana 🇬🇭 and Botswana 🇧🇼 🤍🤍🤍
Jonah was one of the best to ever do it, greatly revered in world rugby, and sports in general.❣️ Your facial expressions throughout the haka are priceless🤣🤣
I am a proud nz Māori and you have done this video well and not afraid to ask about our culture. Yes the haka is a huge part of us, can be used as an honouring, a farewell, an opening…..yet the haka must be done by allowing to release all of your strength, pride, and mana!!! What your feeling is the heart coming from them and the wairua(spirit) plus our tipuna (ancestors). Yes it’s a war dance but in this case for Jonah lomu(a mighty All Black) he was very well respected by the world, so he deserved the best sendoff
You got it so right the haka is spiritual in nature and a part of our heritage here in New Zealand. Jonah Lomu was a giant in rugby and will never be forgotten. Thanks for your respect.
Haka is from new zeland but also from all the Polynesian area. It was back in the days meant for warriors to give themselves courage before battles. Now it’s cultural, before big national events like rugby games. New zeland and their rugby team ( best in the world) called « the all blacks » made it famous. Jonah Lomu was a new zeland rugby player too. Maybe the most famous one. And yeah! Haka can be very very emotional for people who do it. And for people who watch it…even outside funerals. It just always got an emotional charge
New subscribers from Aotearoa New Zealand. Great reaction to something that you witnessed for the first time yet, you understood the passion and loss that connects us all, no matter what the language. There are many types of haka. (dance), different occasions required strategic moments Most proponents of this type of dance to this day are Polynesian nations, other cultures have their own forms and rituals to display grief. A warparty war cry before battle “Remember those who have fallen” hence, the reason many of our national teams including the All Blacks perform a Haka before every game and/or at the end of a successful campaign/tournament. This is just my personal preference, we should never perform haka in another country unless they invite us to do so. However, to help defend our home ground advantage and put the fear into the opposition. Imagine 40,000 people doing a haka
First off Jonah Lomu Is pure Tongan🇹🇴but was raised in New Zealand🇳🇿& played for the All Blacks just like all the other islanders playing for them including Samoans. There’s hella Polynesians on the west side here in the U.S. hardly some up East. But majority in California/Utah/Alaska/Seattle/Texas/Arizona you name it.
There are many haka's, some are for welcoming some for challenging, that first one is Jonahs high-school haka, most schools have there own. I met Jonah when I was 12 and will never forget it. Miss the big guy.
Just letting you know, Jonah’s jersey number was 11. I watched this entire funeral service & I was moved so deeply. Being half Māori (through my Dad) seeing those 3 powerful haka performed gave me endless goosebumps.
This would be the New Zealand equivalent to American soldiers that have fought and died fir there country, he wasn’t a solider, however he was respected by the country and rest if the world just as much and the haka’s are a show of respect and love towards him ( you can kind if compare it to when artillery is shot in the air to mark respect for fallen soldiers)
I remember as a teenager back in the 90's, South Africa..Rugby world cup, first time watching this legend, rest in peace 🙏🏾🙏🏾🕊 gosh, a hard one to watch without tears. I'm still learning about the Haka, beautiful as well ❤
The Haka is a ceremonial war dance. It’s performed at sporting events, weddings, funerals, welcoming of guests, schools etc. There is no equivalent in the US, the closest comparison would be to think of your national anthem, because that is the level the Haka is at.
Something I’d like to point out is that Jonah lomus ethnicity is Tongan but this funeral procession was almost entirely a Māori type of funeral and that’s because he was born in NZ and represented NZ during his most notable times in his football career. He was beloved by the kiwis and so as a Tongan watching how they farewelled him really makes me so emotional.
I am touched that you were emotional about this. I wasn't in nz when this occurred. It's the first time I have seen this video of Jonah's funeral and had tears running down my cheeks.... If you are interested....the first haka was the one his high school (Selwyn College, in Auckland) perform before their rugby games. I suspect from former players. The second, the All Blacks haka, was by former All Blacks from many years. The third looks like current students from Selwyn College. Maori, and Pasifika culture is fundamental to nz culture. Maori were never beaten by the colonial power. Our country still has work to complete but we are working on it. If anybody that is interested in knowing more, on you tube there is a lovely video, search for the haka, WW 1. Maori and NZ culture also helped hasten the downfall of apartheid in sa, said Mandela. Then there is the service in the military. Search for what Rommel remarked on the Maori Battalion of the NZ army in WW 2. I am pakeha..,.a white nzer.
This must the fourth time I have watched this funeral. I never saw him play, except on TV, but the respect and affection for him is hard to miss - it makes me water up every time, so intense and emotional
Just one of New Zealands and the the rugby fraternity as a hole most exceptional and respected players. Greatly admired by all rugby lovers across the globe. 🇿🇦
A short documentary called Haka - Beats by Dre, gives you an introduction to the meaning and custom behind Haka. Well worth a watch, and maybe a reaction!
This is wonderful that you are reacting to a Legend like Jonah Lomu. He had and always will have my respect as a South African. Jonah was a special man, never to be forgotten❤️🙏
A bit late - but the preparation starts the day you take your first breathe. If you're lucky enough, by the time you're an early teen, you will already know the kawa (protocol) for tangihanga (funerals) or any setting where a Haka is presented. If you haven't had the upbringing - no worries. Māori Tangihanga is conducted over three days so the first two days you have an opportunity to learn. At that point it won't matter if you don't have the words or actions down, if your heart it is in it, the person we are sending off will know :) Kia ora!
Im related to jonah lomu hes my dads first cousin :) he was the greatest and so was my great uncle peni kiole also the goodest at rugby to both played a big part in my family one love everyone x
I remember the day he passed i was at work driving my truck it was breaking news on the radio i couldn't believe what i heard when they announced Jonah Lomu passed away. I pulled over and cried. He was bigger than the game. He was special we had never seen anyone do what he did even to this day no player like him that is a legend yes players match his trys but just no the same how he touched the hearts of millions of fans around the world. Never forgotten RIP 11
Haka is usually reserved for very important locations. Funerals. Weddings. Graduations. Retirement. Also, birthdays, farewells, homecomings, and any event that has a lot of emotion involved with it. Haka requires a lot of prep work and emotional involvement. If you’re greeted with a haka upon rival in New Zealand, consider yourself an honored guest. By the way, Jonah Lomu was ethnic Tongan. Tongans have their own ritual called the sipi tau.
Kia ora! The haka...is...powerful. When it's before a rugby game, you feel amped up. When it's at a funeral, you get emotional. It's a BEAUTIFUL tradition.
Jonah was one of the most legendary players on the Rugby field, leading the Haka for the New Zealand All black team until the day he sadly past away, South africa's Springboks whom were their rivals for many years also paid him tribute and put aside the rivalry between them and the all blacks because of Jonah being such an incredible contributor to the game, the man had grace and was a powerful presence on the field, this tangihanga (funeral rights of the dead) showcased the essence of what being a Māori native is and sent him off with a cry of strength, unity and respect. Much love and support to his family and may the Haka rein supreme and eco through the ages to come. R.I.P Jonah Lomu.
The 1st haka was from his old school mates from his past college where he started his rugby career.......the 2nd Haka was preformed from rugby players that played with him or against him and the 3rd haka was done from current students of the college he attended.......A very humble man who was rugbys very 1st Superstar known around the world for his size speed and strength and respected by all of the rugby community around the world loved ur reaction love ...peace..and harmony❤ harmony
Ask any rugby fan from any country who the best ever was and they will all say Jonah Lomu. He was the total package, big, fast, strong, intelligent and a family man. He was taken far too soon and the whole rugby world mourned his loss.
In the first scene the guy wearing the glasses was Buck Shelford one of the toughest rugby players ever , he had his nuts ripped during a game and played on
8:07 When you ask "Are these his team mates?" Yes, alot are notable members of teams he played for or people he played against. The haka they're performing they did before every game when representing New Zealand against other nations. 9:53 Yes, they are current students from the school he attended, performing their haka.. The lady you can hear, is calling the precession on, it's a welcoming.. Haka is ceremonial and significant in our culture for many occasions, here's an emotional haka a brother did as best man for his brothers wedding. (great for a reaction) ruclips.net/video/A5_HmlSzpPo/видео.html When you see the actions of looking and reaching up, they're drawing strength, wisdom and pulling it down from our ancestors.
I played Rugby in British Army. Brutal was understatement. I was also winger with a 10.71 100m at 12st 10lbs in sprinting, only 5' 8" tall. I just used my pace to dodge the giants. But when hit. It was like being hit by a container train. Now I'm a 51yr old Disabled British Army Veteran. Jonah had an insane 11.2 secs 100m time. For a man at 120kg 18stone plus. Thats phenomenal. He was the greatest ever player to done a Rugby shirt in any form (league or union). RIP
Haka is one of two things: a challenge (usually) or a tribute. Either way, to be given a haka is to be honoured. Even as a challenge, the haka calls on you to be worthy of the fight (while, of course, intending to turn your bowels to water). This haka is for a fallen warrior. A great icon of their sport. The sentiment of having a haka in this situation is basically saying, "We see you, brother. Go well."
I never caught Jonah playing live although we tried a couple of times. We've never even thought about his funeral until your video popped up on my recommendations. Thank you for your respect show towards one of rugby's most loved players.
These were three different haka. The Kamate Kamate is a challenge Haka for the New Zealand Ruby All Blacks. This is a combination of both Maori and Samoan cultures. The Haka in this respect is a great honour. To have three is very unusual but Jonah was a hero to all New Zealand. This funeral was at the biggest Rugby Stadium in New Zealand.
Wesley College was Jonah's High school and was where he first came to national attention as a Rugby 7's player. The haka is one that the school would have developed for themselves and performed at rugby matches. The first haka was dome by his ex school- mates, while the thrord haka would have been done by current students of the school. The second haka was done by his ex-rugby playing team mates from when he played for his country and other provincial teams and clubs. That haka is one that the national rugby team, The All Blacks, do before international matches. His jersey number was 11 - the ex-pupils doing the first haka had the number on their shirts. 40 doves for his 40 years!
I watched him demolish our (Welsh) defensive line and you could only stand in awe. If you are going to get mauled, at least let it be by supreme strength, speed, skill and majesty. He was that good.
Thank you for watching this and showing so much respect. We appreciate it. The Māori are the indiginous people of Aotearoa and there are many different kinds of hakas
The first haka is his old high school (Wesley College) farewelling him with their old school haka. Those are his old schoolmates. The second haka are all the old All Blacks and other players who played provincial and national rugby with him. The third haka are current Wesley College students.
I'm new Zealand 🇳🇿 jonah lomu rip 🙏 🕊 one of New Zealands greatest ever rugby player 🏉 ♥ ( ALL BLACKS ) thank you for your reaction it means everything , Jonah was part of my time growing up getting in to sports that's all we new, an then you have female sports, ( Net ball ,Chur 👋👍🙏 BLESS UP 🙏🇳🇿🇳🇿
I hope you could also see the men in the haka is multicultural not all are of Pacific descendants. The haka party are always prepared to haka, mana and strenghth is a natural quality. 2nd haka is the All Black rugby team retited maybe some current but definitely "old boys". Jonah was Tongan his wife Maori so a mix of Pacific cultures. Thank you for watching with respect. Kia Ora.
I played rugby at a very minor level. I wished I was good enough to play against the All Blacks and have the opportunity to face the Haka. As for Jonah Lomu, he was the most generous spirit that ever played the game and was taken way too soon.
I think most of the people that posted here got the message right. What a tribute to a legend. I'm South African and we faced him during that world cup and we were only able to win as we had a great team and strategy. But he was a rival a honorable rival and respect should be paid
Traditionally, haka were done before battle. Today it is often done before football matches or other team sports. They convey a challenge and also respect to an opponent. They can be done in many different settings however, like this at a funeral. They can also be done at weddings. (there is an awesome wedding one if you search for it on Utube.)They are not a "dance", but must be taken seriously by the haka group, that is why you see the fierce faces and powerful actions. Each tribe has its own unique haka, and so do all schools. Jonahs shirt number was 11, which you see on his sons shirts and also some of the first haka group. He was 40 years old. If you look on youtube you can find videos of him in action. 6ft 5, 240 pounds, 100 yards in 11 seconds, he was almost unstoppable on the field.
Mr lomu first global superstar of rugby help turn rugby professional that players nowadays reap the rewards of there talent and hardwork rest well toko
Hi guys Jonah was a legend he was a founder of kidney kids and many other charities he was also a great father and family man not just a rugby player but an Amazing One At that Rest in Peace Ledgend
I'm South African 🇿🇦 and we are New Zealand's greatest rivals with huge respect for each other and we mourned Jonah Lumo's like he was one of our own because of his contribution to the game and when New Zealanders did the same when we lost Joost it was breath taking, long live the springbok vs all black rivery long live✊🏾
Dude. Agreed 100%
Long live
Yeah he also married a South African girl
Joost was the man...#ABs hard !!
That comment is not accurate australia is our biggest we love South Africa ………..
@@sheeeeessssh2990 Yep Australia is our biggest Oponets.
Kia Ora. When a Haka is performed at tangihanga (funeral), it's not only a sign of respect for the deceased. We are asking the tupuna (ancestors) to prepare heaven for this warrior to enter. Love your channel!
Kia Ora. Aussie here. So, the Kuma’te Haka, is that a ‘war dance’ ?
@@AnEnquiringMind Kia Ora my fellow ANZAC.
I think you mean Ka Mate?
The haka Ka Mate was originally composed and done by a war leader, Te Rauparaha, from the tribe Ngati Toa, after he evaded certain death from another tribes war party.
The haka was composed more out of proclamation of victory and holding up the prestige of the land and ancestors.
In retrospect of this Ngati Toa may have used this haka before a war.
Haka is more momentum with energy channeling purpose and meaning. It was generalized as a " war dance" by colonists and has become known as such.
Haka has many purposes and is more conceptual rather than definitive.
Nga mihi Narelle
@@Jilzies I did know they had different meanings and such. Thanks for the correction on the Ka Mate. To be fair, I can’t spell for shite.
I do recall the story about the war chief, John Eales did a doco on his regret about the Wallaby’s turning away and not facing the Haka, just doing their pre game prep. So he went and learnt about the Ka Mate. They didn’t delve too deep (I mean, 2 hrs). But I love watching the All Blacks do the Haka! It’s like ‘COME AT ME BRO!!’
❤❤ your comment gave me chills. Thank you for the love!
@@AnEnquiringMind yes the haka is a war dance there is a haka called Ka Mate Ka mate which is a haka of respect where a chief called Te Rauparaha was being chased by warriors a old lady hid him in a kumara pit and sat on the pit to Maori it is tapu or a sign of disrespect for a women to sit over a man's head so they left once warriors left Te Rauparaha performed the haka Ka mate Ka mate
Man, I've done haka at funerals with tears streaming down my face and snot coming out of my nose. Part of what haka provides is a safe, socially-acceptable way to express strong emotions. There is something so powerful about sharing your grief, love, and respect with a group of people who are united in purpose, words, and actions.
We need a lot more of this positive encouragement of expressing emotion, especially in the west. A truly masculine way for men to show vulnerability and strength. Love and respect. I know very little of this culture but what I know I respect deeply. 👊
even though we are on opposing sides , us Aussie cousins across the ditch loved Jonah Lomu , he was loved by everyone around the world 💕💕
Same with us Poms and every other Rugby nation…. A gentleman and legend.
Hear, hear 🏴
🇿🇦 too. Taken far too soon.
I'm Scottish and loved to watch him play - pure poetry in motion!
Absolutely Australia is our cuzn not Africa
I'm Kenyan 🇰🇪 but know various hakas and even the NZ national anthem in Māori word for word. I played and am a huge fanatic of the game. I used to wear the All Blacks jersey all the time
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Māori love the Kenyan culture respect
Hi guys❤
Thank you for watching and highlighting this video.
This is the funeral of my friend, and Rugby superstar, Jonah Lomu.
Jonah died at the age of 40 in 2015.
Every school in New Zealand has a school haka.
The school that Jonah attended as a boy was Wessley College in Auckland, and those were his old school rugby team-mates performing their school haka as we carried him from the stage.
The men performing the second haka were his former team-mates from our national rugby side, the All Blacks, and their team haka.
Peace and love,
Grant❤️
You're welcome.😊
Its beautiful to see the other countries that loved Jonah on here paying respect 🖤🕚
FYI COLLEGE = HIGH SCHOOL IN NEW ZEALAND
the Haka is performed on many different occasions, it was used by Maori to put fear into their enemies as a challenge, it is performed at weddings, funerals, any big occasion really, there are many different haka's for every occasion, this one is a sign of great respect for the greatest rugby winger of all time from any nation, HUGE RESPECT FOR JONAH, R.I.P.
I am not a huge rugby fan but I was asked to photograph Jonah less than a month before his passing. He turned up with his wife and kids and they were a lovely family. He had such a larger than life image that I was a little surprised to realise that he was my height and not as big built as I expected . He spoke quite quietly and they talked of plans to dedicate time to their children. They were with me for about 45 minutes and struck me as being really nice people . Such a shame that he passed so suddenly and without too much warning
I think you may be feeling the pure respect everyone had for him, its powerful isn't it 💛
he was a very loved man.
A man of powerful good to many.
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Jonah Lomu was a really special person who hugely beloved, across the world of rugby. You should check him out in his heyday! Human earthquake.
Oooh we did! He was good!ruclips.net/video/3DxJxu3VjM8/видео.html
Check out the movie Invictus. With Matt Damon. It really illustrates the fear that the rugby world had for Jonah. He was a legend!!
Agreed
He’s the Michael Jordan of Rugby 👌🏽👌🏽
Correct
@@gorillakingsa1686 wrong
Great reaction.. you guys showed so much respect. RIP..Jonah Lomu. The haka’s were spine tingling..here in Australia Jonah was much loved and respected. I went to NZ for a holiday and it was phenomenal. I was lucky and got to see a Haka
performance at a rugby league match whilst I was there. Keep your reactions going..you guys are doing a great job..love to you and your family from beautiful Australia…❤❤❤
Much love to New Zealand! Respect always!
Kia ora.. thank you for taking the time to appreciate our culture.. many blessings to you both ❤
You guys are doing a awsome job of reacting to all the New Zealand videos , and all your questions are valid and respectful, appreciate the love , from New Zealand ❤
I'm Maori, doing a Haka at a funeral is a show of respect but is also a great way to emotionally express yourself and helps to grieve. We learn haka growing up here as kids and even have competitions based around Haka/traditional song and dance (Kapa Haka) these competitions are pacific wide
One of the baddest to do it. I'm Tongan boy from the US and proud of it. Jonah was an NZ born Tongan. We Polynesians are all related and are a very spiritual people by nature. A culture forged in the heat of battle and shaped by the current of the ocean. In touch with our culture and our ancestoral warrior bloodlines. RIP Legend 🇹🇴🩸🇳🇿 thanks for sharing!
Your Tongan friend from Utah
The Haka is a genuine cultural tribute showing pride, strength and unity. It's not like a theme park display, and it would be very disrespectful to the family and friends, who are showing huge dignity in their grief, for guests to act more upset than them. So much information on here about Haka's importance- it is truly moving.
Kia ora, i just wanted to say that it is not offensive at all for others to feel emotion from haka directed to others. Be careful of your misinformation. The haka is very spiritual, he ihi, wehi, mana producing a collection of energy that connects all to the kaupapa. It is arrogant to not expect others to feel the spiritual touch when a haka is being done and you have no right to tell others how to feel. Expression and feeling wairua is encouraged in maaoridom. Make sure ne, ka tika te korero e koa
There are a lot of haka videos on RUclips to watch and understand them and the surnifigents of hakas and the respect they stand for in Newzealand they mean a lot to everyone no matter what country your from
This is an acknowledgment of Jonas life… this is one of our ways to salute a fallen comrade. The elderly man with the symbolism of grief worn on the head. Death is merely the end of life but your spirit lives on in those that are left behind. Correct, Wesley Boys College
Jonah was from the Islands , I think he came to NZ young, educated here and went to Wesley, ( hence they honoured him with the school Haka ) The 2 small children are his kiddies.
The second Haka was performed by many important past and present players and is one of the Haka that is performed before a game.
Wrong. Jonah was born in Auckland, New Zealand. As a child he went back to the motherland The kingdom of Tonga and spent some time there.
The first Haka is the Old boys of Wesley College, the 2nd Haka is players past, present, future that all played or watched Jonah as a youngin growing up in this country. The last Haka were the current students from his old school Wesley College.
New Zealand has the most Polynesians per capita in the world hence all the different Islanders you see. Jonah Lomu's ancestry is from The Kingdom of Tonga.
Jonah is like Bo Jackson of the LA Raiders NFL who played Baseball also. Jonah ran the 100 meters in 10.6 seconds and was a decathlete in Athletics for Wesley College he also played Basketball and Volleyball.
An Athletic Specimen of Tongan Descent born and raised in Aotearoa (New Zealand)... There'll never be another Jonah.
So emotional! The mighty All Blacks are elite
Thank you, I still get chills. Jonah was a gently spoken, humble, beautiful human being. Millions of tears fell for him & his family when he passed, it was such a sad time in NZ, He was loved. Please do a reaction to "Haka History" very informative & beautiful. Any uploads of Jonah & the Haka will bring you an army of new friends in NZ.
I’m English but this got me so much more emotional than the Queen’s state funeral ever did. The Haka, and watching everybody no matter you are; young, old, friend, stranger, student, teacher perform it with the upmost respect and strength is amazing. Powerful and full respect to everyone, RIP
Another Englishman here.
I could not have put it better.
Cheers.
Did you ever learn the Haka, since you're from England? For some reason we did in our high school in the North West
A beautiful tribute to a much loved legend ❤️ Gone far too soon 😔 I think the outpouring of love shown from many around the world after his passing was also an incredible testament to who he was.
Being a Kiwi, I appreciate you sharing this ❤️
Like someone else said, if you are interested in the haka, the Beats by Dre mini documentary is a good watch 😊
I'll happily second this recommendation
The energy you get from performing a haka is like nothing you've ever experienced. It lifts your spirits & you can feel the life energy of the world coursing through you, from the soles of your feet, toes, your hands & even your hair. It is the Superconscious expressed through primal life force.
The Haka really gets you like that even if you have no idea what the Haka is or how its used, I'll end up crying and feeling exactly what you said.
My family is from Ghana and Botswana and we live in the UK and don't have much contact with New Zealanders but I'd love to meet any new Zealanders. What I love most about the Haka other than all the history and tradition about it is that every New Zealander gets involved and learns it and the language and really feels it and gets stuck it, making it their own culture even if they are not Māori, if that makes sense. It is so beautiful the respect and integration. Its really a model for the world that needs to be implemented because as humans, we can't keep hating each other or we will end up destroying not only ourselves, but rhe world and everything in it.
The Haka is such a beautiful dance. Love from the UK, Ghana 🇬🇭 and Botswana 🇧🇼 🤍🤍🤍
This had me in tears. I lost my dad last year, a week after his 50th birthday, so it really cut deep.
I feel ya! My grandmother just passed last month, so it had me in my feelings.
50....? Way to young
@@locominyana8916 yeah and very unexpected 💔
@@abster4709 My deepest condolences to you & your whanau. We're fast approaching our dad's 1 year anniversary in Dec. Miss him heaps 😭😭.
Jonah was one of the best to ever do it, greatly revered in world rugby, and sports in general.❣️
Your facial expressions throughout the haka are priceless🤣🤣
🙃 What's funny about it?
Watch any pre-match haka where they play SA in SA, and see/hear the reaction from the crowd, it will make sense.
@@lebo5281 “Lebo” lol
I am a proud nz Māori and you have done this video well and not afraid to ask about our culture.
Yes the haka is a huge part of us, can be used as an honouring, a farewell, an opening…..yet the haka must be done by allowing to release all of your strength, pride, and mana!!!
What your feeling is the heart coming from them and the wairua(spirit) plus our tipuna (ancestors). Yes it’s a war dance but in this case for Jonah lomu(a mighty All Black) he was very well respected by the world, so he deserved the best sendoff
You got it so right the haka is spiritual in nature and a part of our heritage here in New Zealand. Jonah Lomu was a giant in rugby and will never be forgotten. Thanks for your respect.
❤❤ We love learning different cultures.
I ALWAYS cry seeing a Haka. It literally moves my soul. ❤️
Jonah is still one of our most beloved NZ icons. He was kind and generous in every way x
Haka is from new zeland but also from all the Polynesian area. It was back in the days meant for warriors to give themselves courage before battles. Now it’s cultural, before big national events like rugby games.
New zeland and their rugby team ( best in the world) called « the all blacks » made it famous.
Jonah Lomu was a new zeland rugby player too. Maybe the most famous one.
And yeah! Haka can be very very emotional for people who do it. And for people who watch it…even outside funerals. It just always got an emotional charge
New subscribers from Aotearoa New Zealand. Great reaction to something that you witnessed for the first time yet, you understood the passion and loss that connects us all, no matter what the language. There are many types of haka. (dance), different occasions required strategic moments Most proponents of this type of dance to this day are Polynesian nations, other cultures have their own forms and rituals to display grief. A warparty war cry before battle “Remember those who have fallen” hence, the reason many of our national teams including the All Blacks perform a Haka before every game and/or at the end of a successful campaign/tournament. This is just my personal preference, we should never perform haka in another country unless they invite us to do so. However, to help defend our home ground advantage and put the fear into the opposition. Imagine 40,000 people doing a haka
Welcome to the family! Thank you for sharing this with us. Beautiful people!
First off Jonah Lomu Is pure Tongan🇹🇴but was raised in New Zealand🇳🇿& played for the All Blacks just like all the other islanders playing for them including Samoans. There’s hella Polynesians on the west side here in the U.S. hardly some up East. But majority in California/Utah/Alaska/Seattle/Texas/Arizona you name it.
There are many haka's, some are for welcoming some for challenging, that first one is Jonahs high-school haka, most schools have there own. I met Jonah when I was 12 and will never forget it. Miss the big guy.
Cherish this memory!
JONAH LOMU, your were also a legend in Japan. Much respect
Just letting you know, Jonah’s jersey number was 11. I watched this entire funeral service & I was moved so deeply. Being half Māori (through my Dad) seeing those 3 powerful haka performed gave me endless goosebumps.
A great hero send off 👍
This would be the New Zealand equivalent to American soldiers that have fought and died fir there country, he wasn’t a solider, however he was respected by the country and rest if the world just as much and the haka’s are a show of respect and love towards him ( you can kind if compare it to when artillery is shot in the air to mark respect for fallen soldiers)
this is a big show of respect. its a big part of New Zealand culture.
Lomu was an icon, all these years later and this still brings me to tears.
I remember as a teenager back in the 90's, South Africa..Rugby world cup, first time watching this legend, rest in peace 🙏🏾🙏🏾🕊 gosh, a hard one to watch without tears. I'm still learning about the Haka, beautiful as well ❤
The Haka is a ceremonial war dance. It’s performed at sporting events, weddings, funerals, welcoming of guests, schools etc. There is no equivalent in the US, the closest comparison would be to think of your national anthem, because that is the level the Haka is at.
Hawaiians perform something similar (or the same) to this, correct?
Love the energy and vibe here. Got my sub for sure. Let's go 50k
Welcome to the family, Melanie!
Something I’d like to point out is that Jonah lomus ethnicity is Tongan but this funeral procession was almost entirely a Māori type of funeral and that’s because he was born in NZ and represented NZ during his most notable times in his football career. He was beloved by the kiwis and so as a Tongan watching how they farewelled him really makes me so emotional.
Yes, loved this!
I am touched that you were emotional about this. I wasn't in nz when this occurred. It's the first time I have seen this video of Jonah's funeral and had tears running down my cheeks....
If you are interested....the first haka was the one his high school (Selwyn College, in Auckland) perform before their rugby games. I suspect from former players.
The second, the All Blacks haka, was by former All Blacks from many years.
The third looks like current students from Selwyn College.
Maori, and Pasifika culture is fundamental to nz culture. Maori were never beaten by the colonial power.
Our country still has work to complete but we are working on it.
If anybody that is interested in knowing more, on you tube there is a lovely video, search for the haka, WW 1.
Maori and NZ culture also helped hasten the downfall of apartheid in sa, said Mandela.
Then there is the service in the military. Search for what Rommel remarked on the Maori Battalion of the NZ army in WW 2.
I am pakeha..,.a white nzer.
This must the fourth time I have watched this funeral. I never saw him play, except on TV, but the respect and affection for him is hard to miss - it makes me water up every time, so intense and emotional
Jonah Lomu was like a lightning bolt. He was much loved and is sadly missed by all 🕊️🤍
Lomu was the man. What he did for rugby as a whole is legendary. He even had a playstation 1 game called Jonah Lomu Rugby.
To have that many people love and respect you in life is a blessing and an honor.
Definitely 🙏🏾❤
Just one of New Zealands and the the rugby fraternity as a hole most exceptional and respected players. Greatly admired by all rugby lovers across the globe. 🇿🇦
A short documentary called Haka - Beats by Dre, gives you an introduction to the meaning and custom behind Haka. Well worth a watch, and maybe a reaction!
Thank you!
This is wonderful that you are reacting to a Legend like Jonah Lomu. He had and always will have my respect as a South African. Jonah was a special man, never to be forgotten❤️🙏
All of us who love rugby loved Jonah Lomu. In southern Africa, when a hero dies, we have toyi-toyi.
Wesley college was his high school, they pulled yp to acknowledge the haka., every school in nz has there own.
The first haka was his school dedicating then his sport mates the the current students of Wesley college haka in respect
A bit late - but the preparation starts the day you take your first breathe. If you're lucky enough, by the time you're an early teen, you will already know the kawa (protocol) for tangihanga (funerals) or any setting where a Haka is presented. If you haven't had the upbringing - no worries. Māori Tangihanga is conducted over three days so the first two days you have an opportunity to learn. At that point it won't matter if you don't have the words or actions down, if your heart it is in it, the person we are sending off will know :) Kia ora!
I highly recommend once were warriors it is an amazing and emotional movie about Māori people and some of their culture
He was the GOAT this is the biggest respect and show of great love, I miss him
Im related to jonah lomu hes my dads first cousin :) he was the greatest and so was my great uncle peni kiole also the goodest at rugby to both played a big part in my family one love everyone x
The league boys carrying the casket
I remember the day he passed i was at work driving my truck it was breaking news on the radio i couldn't believe what i heard when they announced Jonah Lomu passed away. I pulled over and cried. He was bigger than the game. He was special we had never seen anyone do what he did even to this day no player like him that is a legend yes players match his trys but just no the same how he touched the hearts of millions of fans around the world. Never forgotten RIP 11
Haka is usually reserved for very important locations. Funerals. Weddings. Graduations. Retirement. Also, birthdays, farewells, homecomings, and any event that has a lot of emotion involved with it. Haka requires a lot of prep work and emotional involvement. If you’re greeted with a haka upon rival in New Zealand, consider yourself an honored guest. By the way, Jonah Lomu was ethnic Tongan. Tongans have their own ritual called the sipi tau.
Kia ora! The haka...is...powerful. When it's before a rugby game, you feel amped up. When it's at a funeral, you get emotional. It's a BEAUTIFUL tradition.
Jonah was one of the most legendary players on the Rugby field, leading the Haka for the New Zealand All black team until the day he sadly past away, South africa's Springboks whom were their rivals for many years also paid him tribute and put aside the rivalry between them and the all blacks because of Jonah being such an incredible contributor to the game, the man had grace and was a powerful presence on the field, this tangihanga (funeral rights of the dead) showcased the essence of what being a Māori native is and sent him off with a cry of strength, unity and respect. Much love and support to his family and may the Haka rein supreme and eco through the ages to come. R.I.P Jonah Lomu.
The 1st haka was from his old school mates from his past college where he started his rugby career.......the 2nd Haka was preformed from rugby players that played with him or against him and the 3rd haka was done from current students of the college he attended.......A very humble man who was rugbys very 1st Superstar known around the world for his size speed and strength and respected by all of the rugby community around the world loved ur reaction love ...peace..and harmony❤ harmony
Being Kiwi Woman living in Australia I still feel the emotion & passion of the Haka. Kai Kaha Be strong & keep strong..🙏
Ask any rugby fan from any country who the best ever was and they will all say Jonah Lomu. He was the total package, big, fast, strong, intelligent and a family man. He was taken far too soon and the whole rugby world mourned his loss.
Well said and highly missed, Keep Resting in Eternal Peace Legend 🌹 🌹
In the first scene the guy wearing the glasses was Buck Shelford one of the toughest rugby players ever , he had his nuts ripped during a game and played on
8:07 When you ask "Are these his team mates?" Yes, alot are notable members of teams he played for or people he played against. The haka they're performing they did before every game when representing New Zealand against other nations.
9:53 Yes, they are current students from the school he attended, performing their haka..
The lady you can hear, is calling the precession on, it's a welcoming..
Haka is ceremonial and significant in our culture for many occasions, here's an emotional haka a brother did as best man for his brothers wedding. (great for a reaction) ruclips.net/video/A5_HmlSzpPo/видео.html
When you see the actions of looking and reaching up, they're drawing strength, wisdom and pulling it down from our ancestors.
❤❤powerful.
I played Rugby in British Army. Brutal was understatement. I was also winger with a 10.71 100m at 12st 10lbs in sprinting, only 5' 8" tall. I just used my pace to dodge the giants. But when hit. It was like being hit by a container train. Now I'm a 51yr old Disabled British Army Veteran.
Jonah had an insane 11.2 secs 100m time. For a man at 120kg 18stone plus. Thats phenomenal. He was the greatest ever player to done a Rugby shirt in any form (league or union). RIP
Haka is one of two things: a challenge (usually) or a tribute. Either way, to be given a haka is to be honoured.
Even as a challenge, the haka calls on you to be worthy of the fight (while, of course, intending to turn your bowels to water).
This haka is for a fallen warrior. A great icon of their sport. The sentiment of having a haka in this situation is basically saying, "We see you, brother. Go well."
I never caught Jonah playing live although we tried a couple of times. We've never even thought about his funeral until your video popped up on my recommendations. Thank you for your respect show towards one of rugby's most loved players.
These were three different haka. The Kamate Kamate is a challenge Haka for the New Zealand Ruby All Blacks.
This is a combination of both Maori and Samoan cultures. The Haka in this respect is a great honour. To have three is very unusual but Jonah was a hero to all New Zealand. This funeral was at the biggest Rugby Stadium in New Zealand.
Legend Jonah🥰 did you get the chills the hair on the back of your neck stands up
The Hakka is a beautiful thing. I’ve often seen it done for a send off of a great person. Lovely sign of respect. Great player
For me, the dove that was released (13:00) represents his soul. He is now free from this world.
They once were warriors. It was a sad and moving tribute - I had no idea of who he was till now
You really need to watch the wedding haka! It’s so powerful and shows yet another environment where that haka is used!
What an incredible rugby player and human being
First group were School mates/friends. Second were Rugby players/ex team mates. Group in the crowd was the Collage he attended.
Loved the reaction guys.
Welcome to our world.
We're glad you enjoyed it!
As ball runners go in rugby, he is the GOAT. The master of initiating the contact. Safe in the arms of Jesus forever. Cheers from NZ.
As an ex Wesly College boy i appreciate your taking the time to look at this And i respect your korero..
Thank you.
Jonah Lomu was an international legend. One of the most respected rugby players ever and a true gentleman.
Wesley College was Jonah's High school and was where he first came to national attention as a Rugby 7's player. The haka is one that the school would have developed for themselves and performed at rugby matches. The first haka was dome by his ex school- mates, while the thrord haka would have been done by current students of the school.
The second haka was done by his ex-rugby playing team mates from when he played for his country and other provincial teams and clubs. That haka is one that the national rugby team, The All Blacks, do before international matches.
His jersey number was 11 - the ex-pupils doing the first haka had the number on their shirts.
40 doves for his 40 years!
This made me cry all over again. Sad,sad day for all of us Kiwi's.
The first group was schoolmates of his, the second former teammates, and the last one was current pupils at his old school
I watched him demolish our (Welsh) defensive line and you could only stand in awe. If you are going to get mauled, at least let it be by supreme strength, speed, skill and majesty. He was that good.
Thank you for watching this and showing so much respect. We appreciate it. The Māori are the indiginous people of Aotearoa and there are many different kinds of hakas
The first haka is his old high school (Wesley College) farewelling him with their old school haka. Those are his old schoolmates.
The second haka are all the old All Blacks and other players who played provincial and national rugby with him.
The third haka are current Wesley College students.
I'm new Zealand 🇳🇿 jonah lomu rip 🙏 🕊 one of New Zealands greatest ever rugby player 🏉 ♥ ( ALL BLACKS ) thank you for your reaction it means everything , Jonah was part of my time growing up getting in to sports that's all we new, an then you have female sports, ( Net ball ,Chur 👋👍🙏
BLESS UP 🙏🇳🇿🇳🇿
The names Zealan war cry is the best thing I’ve ever heard. Always gives me chills❤
I hope you could also see the men in the haka is multicultural not all are of Pacific descendants. The haka party are always prepared to haka, mana and strenghth is a natural quality. 2nd haka is the All Black rugby team retited maybe some current but definitely "old boys". Jonah was Tongan his wife Maori so a mix of Pacific cultures. Thank you for watching with respect. Kia Ora.
Wesley College was and is a Alll Boys high school. My nephews went to Wesley College.
I played rugby at a very minor level. I wished I was good enough to play against the All Blacks and have the opportunity to face the Haka. As for Jonah Lomu, he was the most generous spirit that ever played the game and was taken way too soon.
I am from NZ I grew up waiting for Johna to play. He was the Great
I think most of the people that posted here got the message right. What a tribute to a legend. I'm South African and we faced him during that world cup and we were only able to win as we had a great team and strategy. But he was a rival a honorable rival and respect should be paid
Traditionally, haka were done before battle. Today it is often done before football matches or other team sports. They convey a challenge and also respect to an opponent. They can be done in many different settings however, like this at a funeral. They can also be done at weddings. (there is an awesome wedding one if you search for it on Utube.)They are not a "dance", but must be taken seriously by the haka group, that is why you see the fierce faces and powerful actions. Each tribe has its own unique haka, and so do all schools. Jonahs shirt number was 11, which you see on his sons shirts and also some of the first haka group. He was 40 years old. If you look on youtube you can find videos of him in action. 6ft 5, 240 pounds, 100 yards in 11 seconds, he was almost unstoppable on the field.
Mr lomu first global superstar of rugby help turn rugby professional that players nowadays reap the rewards of there talent and hardwork rest well toko
Hi guys Jonah was a legend he was a founder of kidney kids and many other charities he was also a great father and family man not just a rugby player but an Amazing One At that Rest in Peace Ledgend