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Mana

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

In Pacific cultures, one's vital force, identity, or strength that is expressed and protected through rules, prohibitions, wrapping, or shielding practices; also associated with communities and leaders who represent their peoples and with objects that project status and sustain structure.

AP course connection

Topic 9.2: 9.2 Interactions Within and Across Cultures in Pacific Art

Unit 9

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