THE KAHUNA RELIGION OF HAWAII by David Kaonohiokala Bray & Douglas Low [1990]

Borderland Sciences Research Foundation, 1990 | Softcover, 54pp | 13.6 × 21.5 cm | Revised Edition

A slim and unusual study of the Kahuna religious tradition of Hawaii. Widely described as "the only real kahuna book in existence", this scarce revised edition offers a fascinating glimpse into the esoteric literature surrounding Hawaiian Kahuna traditions.

The central idea is that becoming a Kahuna involved learning about the material world while also developing harmony and unity within oneself, with God and with humanity. The book explores the traditional meanings given to the word Aloha, including watchful alertness, unity, truthful honesty, humility and patient perseverance. It describes the Kahuna understanding of God as present within us, and their perception of beauty and divine creation throughout the natural world, including flowers, trees, rocks, earth, sea, air and fire. 

New, unread copy.