Hua, King of Hana
The Legends and Myths of Hawaiʻi – The Fables and Folk-Lore of a Strange People
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Hua, King of Hana
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Kekoa Lake
About this listen
For the last nine centuries, Hawaiian tradition has used the wickedness of the Maui king Hua to depict the consequences of sacrificing righteousness for superficial political gains. His reign was known for its pointless warfare, waste of resources, and the corruption of the chiefs, priests, and commoners. Condemning his dutiful high priest to death under false pretenses, Hua and his subjects finally earn the wrath of the gods. Drought and famine decimate Maui. The lush countryside of Hana becomes a wasteland. As they flee, the curse follows. Starvation and suicide soon plague the entire island chain. Atonement resides with the sons of the murdered priest. If they can be found….
Public Domain (P)2022 John Kekoa Lake