The Aloha Spirit

I always hear the word "Aloha" from the people of Hawaii or even from visitors of Hawaii.
I'm not really sure what it means. I thought it means "Hello" in English. It actually refers to a greeting.

But you know what, I've discovered that there is something more to "Aloha." Yes, it's part of Hawaii's culture and Hawaii laws! It's the "Aloha Spirit."

Aloha Spirit is the coordination of mind and heart within each person. It brings each person to the self. Each person must think and emote good feelings to others.

In the contemplation and presence of life force, "Aloha," the following unuhi laula loa may be used:

• "akahai," meaning kindness to be expressed with tenderness;
• "lokahi," meaning unity, to be expressed with harmony;
• "olu'olu," meaning agreeable, to be expressed with pleasantness;
• "ha'aha'a," meaning humility, to be expressed with modesty;
• "ahonui," meaning patience, to be expressed with perseverance.

These are traits of character that express the charm, warmth and sincerity of Hawaii's people.

It was the working philosophy of Native Hawaiians and was presented as a gift to the people of Hawaii.

"Aloha" is more than a word of greeting or farewell or a salutation.

Aloha means mutual regard and affection and extends warmth in caring with no obligation in return.

Aloha is the essence of relationships in which each person is important to every other person for collective existence.

Aloha means to hear what is not said, to see what cannot be seen, and toknow the unknowable.

In exercising their power on behalf of the people and in the fulfillment of their responsibilities, obligations and service to the people, the legislative, executive and judicial branches of government many contemplate and reside with the life force and give consideration to the "Aloha Spirit."

Please leave your comments. I want to hear from you. Thank you and Aloha!