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Feather crafting is something that was brought to the islands from the first Polynesian voyagers, however, Hawaii has the most advanced examples. The feathers of small birds that were held in high regard for their religious significance were used in crafting a number of the regalia of the Hawaiian chiefs. [ 16 ]
One breakdown of the Hawaiian pantheon [7] consists of the following groups: the four gods (ka hā) – Kū, Kāne, Lono, and Kanaloa; the forty male gods or aspects of Kāne (ke kanahā) the four hundred gods and goddesses (ka lau) the great multitude of gods and goddesses (ke kini akua) the spirits (nā ʻunihipili) the guardians (nā ʻaumākua)
Kealoha is a name and surname of Hawaiian origin. It comes from the Hawaiian word ke, meaning "the," and aloha, meaning "love." Its cognate in the Māori language is Te Aroha, which is also used as a given name.
He himself was named after the King Keawenui of Hawaii. In the Hawaiian language , the word has several meanings. Keawe means southern cross and is said to be the name of an ancient chief [ 1 ] as well as meaning; "the bearer" (ke-a-we).
Kapu aloha is an evolving, philosophical code of conduct that is culturally informed by Kanaka Maoli ontologies and epistemologies, being expressed politically through non-violent direct action, and ceremonially through behavioral conduct in alignment with Kanaka Maoli cultural practices and notions of the sacred. [1]
[citation needed] Although given the Christian name William Charles, he became King Lunalilo of Hawaii in 1873. Kekāuluohi died of influenza at Pohukaina , Honolulu, June 7, 1845. Initially buried in the Pohukaina Tomb, located on grounds of ʻIolani Palace , her remains were not amongst those transported in 1865 to the newly constructed Royal ...
A statue of Hawaiian deity. Hawaiian narrative or mythology, tells stories of nature and life. It is considered a variant of a more general Polynesian narrative, developing its own unique character for several centuries before about 1800. It is associated with the Hawaiian religion. The religion was officially suppressed in the 19th century ...
Keʻeaumoku Pāpaʻiahiahi (c. 1736–1804) was a Hawaiian high chief and the father of Kaʻahumanu. He was the principal agent in elevating Kamehameha I to the throne of Hawaiʻi and served in a capacity similar to commander in chief or Prime Minister. [1]