This word has a broader meaning than just material possessions. It encompasses anything of value, including:
* Material possessions: jewelry, tools, weapons, land, etc.
* Cultural artifacts: carvings, weaving, songs, stories, etc.
* Spiritual values: ancestral knowledge, traditions, and beliefs.
* Natural resources: forests, rivers, mountains, etc.
* Human relationships: family, friends, community, etc.
Therefore, "taonga" reflects a holistic Māori worldview that values all aspects of life, both material and spiritual.