Ratana the Prophet
(Penguin 2010)
Now available direct from the author
“Ratana: The Prophet belongs to all those who are hungry for
reconciliation between tribes and nations and to ‘the generation’ who Ratana
believed would pick up his spiritual and political mantle and lead the way
through the open gate or doorway to true enlightenment and prosperity.” —
Keith Newman
Penguin which acquired Reed (Raupo) at the end
of 2007 commissioned writer Keith Newman to rework Ratana Revisited
for a more mainstream audience which he did during 2007.
The new title, Ratana the Prophet (2010) features a more narrative approach
with additional
information and new photographs. Learn
more.
INDEX
Article: New Beginnings
Inspire Ratana Youth (1986)
A Sleeping Giant
(2000 revised 2006)
Keith Newman revisits Ratana Pa to report on the changes within the
movement
and the birthday celebrations of prophet, faith healer and political mentor
T W Ratana
Ratana legacy
supercedes Labour (2006)
from the Just Change issue on Religion and
Spirituality
Related poems:
New Year's Day &
Remnant Seed
Angela Ballara’s extensive
article on the Ratana movement:
The
Dictionary of New Zealand Biography vol.3 (1996)
Explore the
Ratana Church Official web which is now back
on-line:
Purchase
a print of 'iconic' Ratana portrait by artist Paula Novak
Writer's blog: Reaction to
the Ratana book
(December 2006) including
reviewers comments
Ratana Revisited
- an unfinished legacy, by Keith Newman, Reed, 2006
Signed copies of Ratana the Prophet available.
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Shopfront.
Ratana 'iconic portrait' and Healing Hands
original art prints for sale
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