Download or read book The Seven Dawns of the Aumakua written by Moke Kupihea and published by Inner Traditions / Bear & Co. This book was released on 2004-03-03 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "The Seven Dawns of the Aumakua, " author Moke Kupihea discovers his Hawaiian spiritual tradition. As a young boy he seeks out his "kupuna, " the old men of the mountains, who become his "kahu--"his ancestral guardians--and teach him to understand that the world of ancestral voices still speaks, if only in a whisper, and that learning to hear these voices is the key for returning Hawaii to its proud spiritual path.
Download or read book Aloha Spirit Hawaiian Wisdom for Living in Harmony written by Thomas Jacob and published by Thomas Jacob. This book was released on 2024-01-22 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of Hawaiian wisdom with "Aloha Spirit: Hawaiian Wisdom for Living in Harmony." This captivating exploration invites readers to immerse themselves in the profound teachings that have shaped the vibrant culture of the Hawaiian Islands for generations. In this enlightening book, discover the essence of Aloha Spirit—a philosophy that extends beyond a mere greeting to encompass love, compassion, and respect for all living things. The pages unfold like the petals of a vibrant hibiscus, revealing the timeless principles of Pono (Righteousness), the sacred connection to the land through Aloha Aina, and the importance of ‘Ohana (Family) as the heartbeat of a harmonious community. As the gentle trade winds guide you through the chapters, delve into captivating legends of Pele and Hina, the mischievous Menehune, and the tales of ancient Hawaiians seeking refuge in Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau—the Place of Refuge. Each story serves as a cultural touchstone, offering profound insights into the interconnectedness of humanity and nature. "Aloha Spirit" is not just a book; it's an invitation to embrace a way of life that resonates with the rhythm of the Pacific waves and the whispering palm trees. Immerse yourself in the practices of Lei Giving, experience the healing touch of Lomilomi massage, and learn the art of Hula—a dance that weaves together stories of nature, mythology, and daily life. Through the lens of Hawaiian culture, readers will be inspired to embody the Aloha Spirit Law—a call to live with love, compassion, kindness, and unity. This book serves as a guide, offering practical insights and exercises to infuse the principles of Aloha Spirit into everyday life, fostering personal well-being and harmonious relationships. Whether you are drawn to the legends of ancient gods and goddesses, the rhythmic beats of traditional hula, or the contemporary relevance of the Aloha Spirit Law, this book is a celebration of the enduring wisdom that Hawaiians have cherished for centuries. Join the journey to discover the Aloha Spirit—a journey that transcends the pages and invites you to live with love, walk with compassion, and embrace the wisdom that can transform your life and the world around you. E komo mai—welcome—to a life lived in harmony with the Aloha Spirit.
Download or read book The Aloha Spirit written by Linda Ulleseit and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The spirit of aloha is found in Hawaii’s fresh ocean air, the flowers, the trade winds . . . the natural beauty that smooth the struggles of daily life. In 1922 Honolulu, unhappy in the adoptive family that’s raised her, Dolores begins to search for that spirit early on—and she begins by running away at sixteen to live with her newlywed friend Maria. Trying to find her own love, Dolores marries a young Portuguese man named Manolo His large family embraces her, but when his drinking leads to physical abuse, only his relative Alberto comes to her rescue—and sparks a passion within Dolores that she hasn’t known before. Staunch Catholics can’t divorce, however; so, after the Pearl Harbor attack, Dolores flees with her two daughters to California, only to be followed by both Manolo and Alberto. In California, Manolo’s drinking problems continue—and Alberto’s begin. Outraged that yet another man in her life is turning to the bottle for answers, Dolores starts to doubt her feelings for Alberto. Is he only going to disappoint her, as Manolo has? Or is Alberto the embodiment of the aloha spirit she’s been seeking?
Download or read book Aloha the Spirit Within You written by Linda Andrade Wheeler and published by LINDA ANDRADE WHEELER. This book was released on 2006 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hawaiian Legends of the Guardian Spirits written by Caren Loebel-Fried and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2002-12-31 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient Hawaiians lived in a world where all of nature was alive with the spirits of their ancestors. These aumakua have lived on through the ages as family guardians and take on many natural forms, thus linking many Hawaiians to the animals, plants, and natural phenomena of their island home. Individuals have a reciprocal relationship with their guardian spirits and offer worship and sacrifice in return for protection, inspiration, and guidance. Hawaiian Legends of the Guardian Spirits is told in words and pictures by award-winning artist Caren Loebel-Fried. The ancient legends are brought to life in sixty beautiful block prints, many vibrantly colored, and narrated in a lively "read-aloud" style, just as storytellers of old may have told them hundreds of years ago. Notes are included, reflecting the careful and extensive research done for this volume at the Bishop Museum Library and Archives in Honolulu and at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. A short section on the process of creating the block prints that illustrate the book is also included. The matching poster of "A Chance Meeting with the Iiwi" measures 22 x 28 inches.
Download or read book The Aloha Shirt written by Dale Hope and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautifully illustrated with more than 700 images, The Aloha Shirt: Spirit of the Islands tells the colourful stories behind the marvellous Hawaiian shirts: as cultural icons, evocative of the mystery and the allure of the Islands; as collectibles, valued by professional collectors and by the millions of tourists who still cherish the shirts hanging in their wardrobes; and as a lifestyle - casual, relaxed and fun. Drawing from hundreds of interviews, newspaper and magazine archives, and personal memorabilia, the author evokes the world of the designers, seamstresses, manufacturers and retailers of the Golden Age of the Aloha shirt (from the 1930s to the end of the 1950s), who created the industry and nurtured it from its single-sewing-machine shop beginnings to an enterprise of international scope and importance. Here are the fun-loving 1960s; interviews with collectors who preserve these shirts as fine works of art; and insights into the roles of coconut buttons, matched pockets, woven labels and exotic fabrics in the evolution of the Aloha shirt.
Download or read book Hawaiian Mythology written by Sebastian Berg and published by Creek Ridge Publishing. This book was released on with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hawaiian mythology represents a complex belief system and a pillar of Hawaiian culture. Despite their mysticism and being banned by the Christian missionaries until the 20th century, Hawaiian myths survived by oral narratives passed down through generations and are still thriving today. The songs and chants tell those curious how life on earth was created on Po from utter darkness, with the appearance of the spirit of Keawe. Later, the spirit evolved into different divinities, humankind, and other living beings. Due to this, it is believed that all beings share a kindred spirit and can use this for spiritual communication. According to Hawaiian lore, the ancient spiritual force (mana) inhabits even sacred words and inanimate objects. To this day, Hawaiian natives honor their religion regarding everything from animals to the smallest mountain rocks as their relatives.
Download or read book Hawaii written by Peter Lik and published by . This book was released on 2007-07-01 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ho omana written by Malcolm Naea Chun and published by CRDG. This book was released on 2007 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ho'omana examines what happened to Native Hawaiian beliefs from the time the priests ended traditional temple worship in 1819 to the present day controversies over sacred sites and objects. As a former Cultural Affairs Officer for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Malcolm Naea Chun was actively involved in the early initiatives of cultural and historic preservation and knows well of the conflicts and struggles that involve and invoke Hawaiian beliefs. He has written and published several articles on the historical dialogue between traditional religion and Christianity. In Ho'omana, Chun uses primary Native Hawaiian sources to compare pre-contact practices with contemporary beliefs and practices, looking for what has been retained, what has changed, and which current practices should be considered questionable as Native Hawaiian. This book is one of eleven short volumes of the Ka Wana series, which is part of the Pihana Na Mamo Native Hawaiian Education Program.
Download or read book Aloha Spirit the True Essence of Hawaiian Spirituality written by Kahu Robert Kalama Frutos and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2014-10-06 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Aloha Spirit is Alive and Thriving!Many are not aware of the ancient stories of creation and history revealed through the oral traditions of ancient Hawaiian (Mu) chant and song.Most are only aware of Hawaiian history from the most recent migrations dating back to between 1,500 and 2,000 years ago.The Hawaiian stories of creation and ancient history begin way before any known timeline generally understood and accepted today, perhaps millions of years.This book was written to help bring crystal clarity and deep insight from a much higher viewpoint and much longer rhythm regarding the Aloha Spirit origins and the birth of the True Essence of Hawaiian Spirituality.It is offered from sources of pure Hawaiian spiritual understanding and perspectives - beginning with and according to – ancient Hawaiian chants, songs, and oral history,as Hawaiian true and pure spiritual essence IS found foremost in their chants, songs, and oral history.Along with this, passed down across the ages and through generations of Hawaiian families, there are Hawaiian descendants, both in the past, and living today, whose specific role was/is to carry these traditions, teachings, and wisdoms forth.as well as drawing upon the ancient Hawaiian chants, songs and oral history, my hope and inspiration is to help create a new, deeper and more true understanding of the Aloha Spirit andthe True Essence of Hawaiian Spirituality.
Download or read book Hawaiian Mythology written by William D. Westervelt and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-26 with total page 819 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hawaiian Mythology is a collection of books by William Drake Westervelt, one of Hawaii's foremost authorities on island folklore. It contains five books Westervelt wrote about Hawaiian legends, folklore and mythology. "Legends of Maui" includes numerous myths of Māui, Polynesian demi god of Polynesia and Hina who is sometimes in myths his mother, and sometimes his wife. These myths and legends originate from various island groups around the Pacific and they are pesented in a clear and thorough manner. "Legends of Old Honolulu" is collection of ancient Hawaiian folktales which also includes some information about where the Hawaiians came from and the sacred places in Honolulu. As might be expected in stories originating on a small island, many of them feature the sea, boats, sea creatures or water. "Legends of Gods and Ghost-Gods" focuses on Polynesian mythology, taking a close look at Hawaiian folktales, mythology, and the history of the polytheistic practices still in place to this day. "Hawaiian Legends of Volcanoes" – The first part of this book focuses on the legends of Hawaii and its volcanoes. The second part considers the geology of the region and discusses the crack in the floor of the Pacific, Hawaiian volcanoes, volcanic activity and the changes in the Kilauea crater. It also looks at the foundation of the observatory.
Download or read book Aloha Spirit written by Douglas Congdon-Martin and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The magic of the Hawaiian Islands has captivated the hearts and imaginations of visitors for over 200 years. The infectious Aloha Spirit is something they take home with them not only as memories, but in tangible reminders of their trips: a shirt, a carved perfume bottle, a figurine. At the least these mementos hold cherished spots in their homes, but for those who are truly smitten, they have become the centerpieces of a complete design motif based around the Hawaiian experience.
Download or read book HAWAIIAN WISDOM Aloha Awakens Embracing Love written by Thomas Jacob and published by Thomas Jacob. This book was released on 2024-05-16 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our adventure begins with Aloha Awakens, where the seeds of Aloha are planted. This introductory volume delves into the profound concept of Aloha, not merely as a greeting or a feeling, but as a powerful way of life. You'll explore the seven core principles of Aloha – Lokahi (harmony), Poʻolani (generosity), Aloha Aina (love for the land), Aloha kānaka (love for humanity), Hoʻohanohano (sharing your light), Hoʻomākaukau (learning), and Hoʻoponopono (forgiveness) – and discover how these principles can guide you towards a life filled with love, compassion, and connection. Through captivating stories, practical exercises, and insights from Hawaiian culture, Aloha Awakens ignites a spark within you, inspiring you to embrace Aloha as your guiding light.
Download or read book Hawaii Travel Guide Hula Dance and Aloha Spirit USA eBook written by Baktash Vafaei and published by StateGuides. This book was released on with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hula Dance and Aloha Spirit: The True Hawaiian Paradise Join us on a fascinating journey into the heart of Aloha State, into a world shaped by hula dances and the unmistakable Aloha spirit. Learn about the symbolic meaning and deep cultural roots of hula, and experience how this dance reflects the soul and stories of Hawaii. Aloha is more than just a word - it's a way of life. Explore the Aloha spirit and its significance to the people of Hawaii. Learn how hospitality, kindness and appreciation are rooted in this unique culture. We'll guide you through the colorful world of floral wreaths, ukulele sounds, and traditional festivals that embody the spirit of Hawaii. From the gentle melodies of the ukulele to the passionate sounds of the Aloha spirit, you'll discover the magic that captures the hearts of the people of Hawaii. But Hawaii is also a place of change and challenges. We take a look at gentrification and the changes affecting traditional life in Hawaii. You will understand how these islands, with their cultures and traditions, are rooted in an ever-changing world. With practical travel tips and recommendations from locals, we'll help you plan your own Hawaiian adventure. Whether you want to walk in the footsteps of hula dancing or experience the spirit of aloha, this book is your key to an authentic Hawaiian experience.
Download or read book The High Beings of Hawaii written by Tanis Helliwell and published by Wayshower Enterprises. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Hawaiian vacation turns into a humorous, heart-opening odyssey that is alive with beings from other dimensions.Join Tanis’ adventure to meet seldom-seen beings of various races that dwell in volcanoes, misty forests and roaring seas. Discover the meaning behind our interconnected ancestral lineage. Receive practical tools from these physical and spiritual ancestors to heal the wounds in your life, in the lives of others and ultimately to help heal our wounded Earth. Walk with the author along this meaningful path and you could develop a deep, intimate relationship with your own ancestors, elementals and mystical kin. Praise for The High Beings of Hawaii: “Tanis offers our Hawaiian ancestors the opportunity to speak to more people through her experiences with them and does this with humor and honor and captures their essence in her story.” mahalo ke akua mahalo na amakua mahalo na kupuna o kahiko me kealohapumehana which means “Thanking the gods, thanking the ancestors, thanking the family ancestors from the old time with love and warm aloha.” —Kimokeo Kapahulehua, founder of Kimokeo Foundation preserving Native Hawaiian Culture “A mystic and great storyteller, Tanis Helliwell details the various types of ancestors, both physical and spiritual, and how we are related to them. In describing her adventures on the Hawaiian Islands she captures the essence of what spiritual ancestors are all about. She weaves fascinating and enchanting tales of how she met the various old ones that reside there. You’ll be charmed and entertained as you read this book.” —Dr. Steven Farmer, author of Healing Ancestral Karma and Earth Magic. “Tanis continues to excite those who seek to challenge the margins of space and time. In The High Beings of Hawaii, she boldly ventures into the mystical realms to enlighten and inspire. It’s a wonderful journey of heart, spirit and mind. An absorbing read of a different kind.” —Barry Brailsford MBE MA (Hons), historian and author of fifteen books including Song of Waitaha, Song of the Stone, Song of the Old Tides, Wisdom of the Four Winds
Download or read book Menehune Mana The Spiritual Essence of Hawaii written by and published by Sabine Hendreschke. This book was released on with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fundamentals of Hawaiian Mysticism written by Charlotte Berney and published by Crossing Press. This book was released on 2000-04-01 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Huna is ancient and at the same time magnificently modern.The mystical practice of Kahuna evolved in isolation on the island paradise of Hawaii. The ancient Hawaiians valued words, prayer, their gods, the sacred, the breath, a loving spirit, family ties, the elements of nature, and mana-the vital life force-ideas profound yet elegantly simple. Discovering the concepts of Huna is like finding gemstones in a mountain-a joyous journey!
