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Nāmaka Hawaiian Goddess of Sea
Nmaka is a Pele-related sea deity in Hawaiian mythology. To put it simply, she is Pele-honua-elder mea’s sibling. She was born to Ku-waha-ilo and Haumea, who also had Pele, the Hiiaka sisters, the Kama boys, and the bird Halulu. Namaka marries Aukelenuiaiku in Kahiki, but he eventually marries Pele. Malulani and Kahelo Hiiaka move to…
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Haumea: Hawaiian Goddess of Fertility
The Hawaiian mythology deity Haumea is closely associated with pregnancy and childbirth. She gave birth to several gods with significant roles in Hawaiian culture, including Pele, Kamohoali’i, Namaka, Kapo, and Hiiaka. Haumea’s veneration is among the earliest forms of religion on the Hawaiian islands, and she is widely considered a principal deity. Haumea can keep…
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Lono : Hawaiian God of Agriculture
Lono is a popular figure in Hawaiian folklore, and he is typically portrayed as a benign god who gives life and plenty to his faithful followers. He is also venerated as a defender of the environment and a provider of good fortune because of his connections to the natural world. Lono is also invoked throughout…
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Ku: Hawaiian God of War
In Hawaiian mythology, Ku was worshipped as a god of battle and wealth. Humans, rather than animals, were offered as sacrifices to Ku during religious ceremonies. He also served as a guardian to King Kamehameha I, who honored him with sculptures all over the islands, including in front of his Kamakahonu palace. Many Native Hawaiians…
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Kanaloa : Hawaiian God of Ocean and Underworld
There is a strong connection between the Hawaiian religion and folklore, and one of its most prominent gods is Kanaloa. He is worshipped as a god of rebirth and death and has strong ties to the sea and the underworld. Kanaloa, a deity in Hawaiian mythology, is sometimes portrayed as Ku’s rival. He is also…
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The Kāne Supreme God of Hawaiian Mythology
Kāne, the supreme creator deity, plays a pivotal role in Hawaiian folklore and spirituality. The sun, rainfall, and forests are all linked with him, and he is often portrayed as a deity of abundance, life, and abundance. King Kne, the most potent of the Hawaiian pantheon, is often portrayed as the originator of the cosmos…
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Gods, Goddess, and Creatures in Mythology
