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| Duke Kahanamoku |
The blended three part unity of Nature, Man and Deity is the root of their traditional culture, where the life of each depends on the life of all. ‘Mana’ – is the divine power of Body, Mind and Spirit. Nature relates to the body, man corresponds to the mind and deity connects to the spirit.
Their
‘Aloha aina’ – phrase meaning love of the land, is apparent in the passionate
conduct in which they live and share their knowledge and beliefs. If not for
the gifts that nature provided, then they will never survive, so they treat their
land with prime respect and appreciation.
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| Our tour guide with Hawaii Tours - Maui Island |
Derived
from the Polynesian religion, Hawaiian culture embraces everyone as ‘Ohana’ – word
meaning family, the ones we live with, laugh with and love... no-one gets left
behind or forgotten.
Throughout
Hawaii, I was constantly warmed by the hospitality and attentiveness of the
locals and at all times felt secure and safe wherever I ventured.
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| Waikiki Beach |
‘Somewhere
Over the Rainbow” by the late Israel Kamakawiwo'ole was constantly heard
throughout the land and added to the equanimity of the island and I never grew
tired of listening to such a delightful song, sung by a much loved human being.
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| Hanauma Bay |
Due
to regular showers and the sun’s rays through the misty atmosphere above
volcanic mountains, rainbows are frequently present throughout the land’s
skies. It’s no wonder Hawaii is known as
“the Rainbow State”
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