Hawaiian Connection Kickoff: Spirit of Hawaii Hawai'i's Religion & Deities

Age Group(s): Adult
Start Time: 11:30 AM

"The Spirit of Hawai'i" is captured in its ancient Religion. That of Ho'omana - to make and/or gather power. Hawaiian religion is polytheistic, believing in many deities, and is also animistic in that it is based on a belief that spirits are found in non-human beings and objects such as animals, the waves, and the sky. Hawaiian religion originated amongst the Tahitians and other Pacific islanders who landed in Hawai'i between 500 and 1300 AD. Author and researcher Pali Jae Lee writes: "During these ancient times, the only 'religion' was one of family and oneness with all things. The people were in tune with nature, plants, trees, animals, the 'âina (land) and each other. They respected all things and took care of all things. All was pono (in balance, just)". So come, take a journey back in time to the days of Ka Wâ Kahiko Days of the Ancients and experience the Mana Power of the Spirit of Hawaii through Interactive Hawaiian Cultural Displays, Informative History Lectures, Stories by Traditional Hawaiian Practitioners, and a showcase of Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula) and Hula 'Auana (Contemporary Hula) capturing the essence of of Hawai'i's Gods.

Eia Hawai'i This is Hawai'i

For a complete event listing please see event listing at www.mypubliclibrary.com. The event is free and open to the public of all ages. Registration is not required, but if you would like a reminder phone call before the event, please register your name and phone number at www.mypubliclibrary.com. Funding for the event is provided by IMLS (The Institute of Museum and Library Services) in conjunction with the Nevada State Library.

Library: Galleria Library
Contact: Stephen Platt
Status: Openings