A tabua (Fijian: [tɑmˈbuə]) is a polished tooth of a sperm whale that is an important cultural item in Fijian society. They were traditionally given as gifts for atonement or esteem (called sevusevu), and were important in negotiations between rival chiefs.

2017年4月11日 · Tabua (pronounced tam-BOO-ah) roughly translates to “sacred” in Fijian. The valuable relic, associated with good luck and even supernatural powers, has traditionally paved the way for ...

Tabua are highly significant objects in traditional Fijian society. The tooth of the sperm whale known as a tabua is perhaps the most valuable of all traditional Fijian objects. The Australian Museum has a number of these highly significant items in its collection, and each one has something to tell us about Fijian culture and history.

Tábua (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈtaβu.ɐ] ⓘ) is a town and municipality of the Coimbra District, in Portugal. In 2021 it had 11,160 inhabitants, [1] in an area of 199.79 square kilometres (77.14 sq mi). [2] . The town of Tábua is contained within a civil parish with 3,681 inhabitants as of 2021. [1]

2024年8月25日 · The tabua, a polished whale’s tooth, is a revered cultural artifact in Fijian society. This unique item, sourced from the sperm whale, holds immense symbolic value and is deeply embedded in the traditions and social fabric of Fiji.

Tabua Club is a rewards programme of Fiji Airways, designed to offer members a personalised travel experience and a wide range of benefits every time you fly. Whether it’s regular flying or the annual leisure trip, an affordable annual membership fee will get you access to lounges, extra luggage, priority check-in, priority boarding, upgrade ...

Encaixada entre serras – Serra da Estrela, do Açor, da Lousã e do Caramulo -, com o rio Mondego a espraiar-se a seus pés, Tábua é guardiã de uma miríade de maravilhas naturais às quais se soma um riquíssimo património histórico e uma gastronomia de lamber os beiços.

2016年7月22日 · In Fiji beautifully polished whale teeth are known as “tabua.” They hold a potent spiritual value. They are considered sacred, hence the name “tabu-a” [tabu = sacred]. Traditionally they come with a braided sinnet cord attached at tip and butt. Tabua were a social necessity. They were ceremonially presented on all formal occasions.

Tábua é uma vila portuguesa do distrito de Coimbra, que pertenceu à antiga província da Beira Alta e região do Centro (Região das Beiras), atualmente inserida na sub-região Região de Coimbra (NUT III), com cerca de 2 700 habitantes. [1]

Com uma rica história, paisagens deslumbrantes e uma gastronomia de dar água na boca, Tábua é um tesouro escondido à espera de ser descoberto. Mas o que torna Tábua tão especial? Que segredos guarda esta tranquila vila portuguesa? Prepare-se para embarcar numa viagem inesquecível e descobrir as maravilhas que esperam por si em Tábua.