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Hoʻoponopono (Hawaiian pronunciation: [ho.ʔo.po.no.po.no]) is a traditional Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness. The Hawaiian word translates into English simply as correction, with the synonyms manage or supervise. [1] [2] Similar forgiveness practices are performed on islands throughout the South Pacific, including Hawaii ...
Morrnah was born May 19, 1913, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Kimokeo and Lilia Simeona, both native Hawaiians. [1] Her mother, Lilia, was one of the last recognized kahuna laʻau kahea or priest who heals with words. [2]
The practice of repentance plays an important role in the soteriological doctrines of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Analogous practices have been found in other world religions as well. In religious contexts, it often involves an act of confession to God or to a spiritual elder (such as a monk or priest).
Shortly after the death of King Kamehameha I in 1819, the abolishment of the Kapu System also threatened the social infrastructure that supported lā'au lapa'au. [2] Lomilomi (massage) was the only healing art legal to practice in 1819. [7] Though the practice was banned, kahuna continued to practice in secret. [10]
Further into the sessions, group members are encouraged to do community service, and to practice acts of kindness. “One of the consequences of moral injury is self-isolation,” said Amidon. “The idea here is for them to begin to recognize the goodness in themselves, and to reinforce their sense of being accepted in the community.”
Craft kahuna were never prohibited; however, during the decline of native Hawaiian culture, many died and did not pass on their wisdom to new students.As an example, when the Hōkūleʻa was built to be sailed to the South Pacific to prove the voyaging capabilities of the ancient Hawaiians, master navigator Mau Piailug from Satawal was brought to Hawaii to reteach navigation to the Hawaiians.
GEORGE F. LEE / GLEE @STARADVERTISER.COM Psychologist and therapist Dawn Baxter got the first $50, 000 of her over $100, 000 in student loans paid off through Hawaii’s 10-month-old HELP student ...
Whether you're heading home after the holidays or have festive plans to celebrate New Years Day, the busy holiday travel period continues, and weather may be a factor. For some, snow, rain ...