Hawaiian Religion and Magic - Softcover

Cunningham, Scott

 
9781567181999: Hawaiian Religion and Magic

Inhaltsangabe

Taking a historical and sociological perspective, this book examines in detail the beliefs and practices of old Hawaii. It discusses the structure of society, the names and ways of major and minor deities, and the magical importance of dance, colours, water and plants.

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Reseña del editor

This is the first book solely devoted to the spirituality of the Hawaiian people and how taboos, superstitions and magical practices permeated and defined every aspect of their lives. With a historical and sociological perspective, it examines in detail their beliefs: the structure of their society; the names and ways of the deities; the practice of deifying ancestral spirits; the importance of dance, colors, water, stone and plants; and the concept of Mana, the spiritual power in all things.

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