House_of_Keawe

House of Keawe

House of Keawe

Royal house in ancient Hawaii

House of Keawe (Keawe Dynasty; Hawaiian: Hale o Keawe) is a name of one royal house in ancient Hawaii. The dynasty was founded by the King Keaweʻīkekahialiʻiokamoku of Hawaii.

Etymology

This dynasty bears the name of Keaweʻīkekahialiʻiokamoku, who was also known as Keawe II.

He himself was named after the King Keawenui of Hawaii.

In the Hawaiian language, the word has several meanings. Keawe means southern cross and is said to be the name of an ancient chief[1] as well as meaning; "the bearer" (ke-a-we).[2]

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References

  1. [1]
    Mary Māmaka Kaiao Kuleana kope. "Hawaiian Dictionary". University of Hawaii Press. Retrieved 2017-07-27.
  2. [2]
    Andrews-Parker. "Nā Puke Wehewehe a Pau (Andrews Dictionary)". University of Hawaii Press. Retrieved 2017-07-27.
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