E Kahea ana

Kii: Ku'ialuaopuna

Neneikahuluiokaimu is the name and energy of this land

    In tradition, it is expected that we introduce ourselves to our environment and the energies that abound within the space. This includes the divine energies of nature, of elements and of the spiritual. These energies have been around for many lifetimes, since even before the land's formation and that of this world. We are all just using the space for our needs, as we do not own it, but care for it so it will be available for future energies. It is traditional and healthy for our people and other indigenous peoples to announce to all that they are present and will occupy the space for a time, so that all those who use and occupy the space are aware of this new presence. The land and its occupants that dwell there already know you are coming before you arrive on site.  All forest trees are connected with an entangled root system that relays the information to all they connect to. The birds and animals also perceive the wind, rain and elements. They pass on this information to all who need to know.

Introducing oneself to the place is just a courtesy that shows one is on the same energetic plane as those that are in the space, and that communication between all is possible. There are various ways to connect to these energies of space and time. Some may kahea or call with voice, some may use their mental or psychic abilities to project their intent, others may use their energetic vibrations to interact with the space, and others may express their motives with action and a combination of styles. All ways are proper, as it depends on the individual, their elevation of spiritual understanding and how creative one can be. Each situation will be different, and variations can be explored. It can be a simple request or a bold display; the great thing is that it is a recognition and awareness of all energies around.

   Lua and Hula share a similar origin, entwined in ancient times. Their paths are from the same village, but some schools may have different directions today. As with all traditions, changes are necessary for the growth of one's profession. To be stagnant like the waters of a pond is to gather limu or algae, and life in there will slow. It is also important to know the old teachings, as this solidifies one in the historic roots that hold the halau together. These roots are generations of skilled teachers who have a collective source of ike, held within each halau. Some things may not require change, and are to be preserved as they were passed, as these are the foundation stones that connect one to their source.

 Traditional K.K. Ku'ialuaopuna

Ua komo ka manao e ike ia Puna

Ua kaulana hoi la.

Eia a’e ka la hiki

O Kaonohiakala, e hoola ai

O Puna, ka aina papali loa

Ua poi ia e ke ku’i a Mawae

Ponaha ka iwa i ka lewa lani

Alai ka maka i ka ikena

E ola i ka ua huna

He aahu no ka pikai

He leo ula e kahea aku

I ka manu o uka

I ka manuo kai

Na manu ai lehua

Ohu ka aa kolo o ka aina

Nunulu ka aa i ka nalu

Ua eu, ala mai!

Maanei no e hea aku 

O ka’u pahoehoe nei, 

Ma kai kai o uka

Nehe ka iliili

Hamumu a'e ka maha lipoa 

Ke haa mai la ke Kawelu, ma ka aina papali loa

Ke ha mai ke ea.

The mind comes to know Puna

Famous indeed

The sun arrives here 

Kaonohiakala gives life

Puna, land of cliffs

Enveloped by the blows of Mawae

The Iwa circle above

The view entrances my eyes

Granted life, by the hidden rain

It is a garment of cleansing

A sacred calling to you

To the birds of the uplands, 

To the birds of the lowlands

The birds that eat of the Lehua

Adorned by the entanglement upon the land

The foundation reverberates from the breakers

It stirs, awaken!

Our arrival is sounded

On my station

Seaward of you

The stones sing

The lipoa murmurs

The dancers sway on the cliffs

Life is breathed out.