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#Religion
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ʻaumakua
(ow-mah-KOO-ah)
An ancestral family god, spirit, or protector in Hawaiian culture, often manifesting as an animal such as a shark, owl, or sea turtle.
Noun
wakea
(vah-KEH-ah)
The Hawaiian sky father deity; god of light and the heavens, who with Papa (earth mother) created the Hawaiian islands.
Noun
kuahu
(koo-AH-hoo)
A traditional Hawaiian altar or shrine used for ceremonial offerings and spiritual practices.
Noun
ke akua
(keh ah-KOO-ah)
God, the divine, or a spiritual deity; often used in expressions of gratitude such as 'mahalo ke Akua' (thanks be to God).
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kahu
(KAH-hoo)
A reverend, pastor, priest, or spiritual leader; traditionally a guardian, keeper, or caretaker.