KINGDOM OF HAWAI‘I

Restoration Booklet

Edmund Keli‘i Silva Jr., Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī

Nalikolauokalani Paki – Ka ‘I ‘omaka-ola-hou-Kaluaokalani-ka-‘I-mano’anu’unu’u-ka-lama-kea-i-ho’0ku’ke’aupuni-o-Hawai’i.

KINGDOM OF HAWAI‘I

Nou Ke Akua Ke Aupuni O Hawai‘i

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Mahalo to Demitrius Olivera for producing the design for the national

seal. Photographs courtesy Blake Hill.

The Time of Restoration Has Come

Queen Lili‘uokalani 1893

“I, Lili‘uokalani, by the grace of God and under the constitution of the Hawaiian Kingdom, Queen, do hereby solemnly protest against any and all acts done against myself and the constitutional Government of the Hawaiian Kingdom by certain persons claiming to have established a Provisional Government of and for this Kingdom. That I yield to the superior force of the United States of

America, whose minister plenipotentiary, His Excellency John L. Stevens, has caused United States troops to be landed at Honolulu and declared that he would support the said Provisional Government. Now, to avoid any collision of armed forces, and perhaps the loss of life, I do, under this protest and impelled by said forces, yield my authority until such time as the Government of the United States shall, upon the facts being presented to it, undo the action of its representative and reinstate me in the authority which I claim as the constitutional sovereign of the Hawaiian Islands. Done at Honolulu, this 17th day of January, A. D. 1893. (Signed) Liliu‘okalani R. (Signed) Samuel Parker, Minister of Foreign Affairs. (Signed) Wm. H. Cornwell, Minister of Finance. (Signed) John F. Colburn, Minister of Interior. (Signed) A. P. Peterson, Attorney-General.

(Addressed) To S. B. Dole, Esq., and others composing the Provisional Government of the Hawaiian Islands.” May the Lord bless you and your ‘ohana. May the Lord bring peace and healing into your life and into the lives of the whole Human Family. May the Lord also bring peace between the Human Family and the rest of the Natural World. Aloha. My name is Edmund Keli‘i Silva, Jr. At the request of Hawaiian Kupuna (elders), I agreed to serve as Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī (High Chief/King) and to restore Ke Aupuni O Hawai′i (the Kingdom of Hawai‘i.) Those who know the history of Ke Aupuni O Hawai‘i understand that, in 1893, a small group of citizens and non-citizens, determined to annex the lands of Hawai`i to the United States, seized Queen Liliu‘okalani and pronounced themselves a provisional government. In order to avoid bloodshed, the Queen stepped aside temporarily, putting her faith in the United States government to restore her to the throne. The President of the United States at the time declared the insurrection illegal and called for the Queen’s restoration. Unfortunately, that restoration did not take place at that time or during the following 114 years. In 1993, the United States formally apologized for the illegal overthrow of the Kingdom government. (See The Apology

Resolution on kingdomofhawaii.info.) This apology did not, however, lead to any actions being taken to restore the independence of the Hawaiian nation. Numerous groups and individuals tried over the years to restore at least some level of independence. In doing so, they kept Ke Aupuni O Hawai′i alive in the hearts of its people. I honor them for their effort. In 2005, as Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī (King/High Chief), I issued a Declaration of Independence, delivered by messenger to the President of the United States and the Secretary General of the United Nations. You can read the text of that document on the Aupuni website at kingdomofhawaii.info Ke Aupuni O Hawai′i is restored. As the Mō‘ī, I have traveled among the people to determine their needs, studied the national and international situation to determine how the restored Aupuni can best meet the challenges of our times, consulted with numerous advisors to plan the future policies of the Aupuni, and secured major resources to fulfill our plans. This booklet is being sent to all households in Hawai′i to share information about the restoration process now underway and how you can participate in that process. There will be many challenges and concerns to be addressed as the restoration proceeds. With good will and understanding, we can overcome all obstacles and build a new nation that will be a light unto the world. Weaving the traditional Hawaiian wisdom and practices with the latest understandings of how to live a healthy and harmonious life, we can be a model of unity within the Human Family.

As Mō‘ī, I have a special obligation to those of Hawaiian ancestry. The occupying forces destroyed the Hawaiian economic system, banned the Hawaiian language and the hula, desecrated sacred sites, and otherwise suppressed central elements of Hawaiian society. Those original Hawaiians alive today are a tiny remnant of the Hawaiian population prior to contact with Europeans. Practically all the statistics on mental health, physical illness, poverty, lack of education, etc. show those of Hawaiian ancestry to be the most adversely impacted group within the Aupuni. We are developing a special plan to restore the health, improve the education, and rebuild the pride of the original Kanaka Maoli. The cultural renaissance during recent times produced a resurgence of the Hawaiian language, the hula and other suppressed elements of the previous society. The Aupuni will build on that resurgence to reincorporate traditional culture into daily life. The vision for the Aupuni reaches beyond restoring political independence and healing the internal wounds of the past. The vision includes our nation as a non-aligned nation bringing the spirit of Aloha to the other nations of the Earth. The biggest challenges we face are those challenges that arise within the Human Family and between the Human Family and the rest of the Natural World. The conflicts within the Human Family arise from religions, ethnic groups, economics, and many other sources. These divisions threaten to destroy the world as we know it. With weapons of mass destruction in the hands of those who preach

hate, we stand on the edge of an abyss into which such leaders would plunge all of us. The conflicts between the Human Family and the rest of the Natural World pose a similar challenge. Rather than living on the fruits of Nature, we are ripping out the fruit trees. We are destroying ecological systems at an ever-increasing rate. Our technology is being used to more efficiently exploit the Natural World with little concern for the many species that share this planet with us or for the well-being of future generations. We can end up turning the world into a place inhospitable to Human existence. The Aupuni offers its services to bring peace where there is conflict within the Human Family and to restore balance to the relationship between the Human Family and the Natural World. In this booklet, we present to you the underlying principles, goals, and plans for implementing this vision. The Aupuni is a work in progress and will be flexible in its approach. At the same time, the Aupuni will be unwavering in its commitment to its principles. The Aupuni will have Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani (The Celestial Council) as the highest body in the government. The Council’s primary charge is to guide a Pono unfolding of the vision and keep the Aupuni on track towards its goals. I believe that when you read the information in this booklet, you will find an inspirational vision grounded in a practical approach. Your participation in this effort will be an opportunity to share in the realization of this noble endeavor. I am traveling the Aupuni with my advisors to meet with the people and share mana‘o. I hope that I will have the opportunity to meet with you during those travels. In the mean

time, you can visit the kingdomofhawaii.info website and learn more than could be included in this booklet about the work ahead. You can communicate with me through the web site or by sending in the form at the end of this booklet. Together, we can turn the tide of Human affairs away from destructive paths and on to a path that leads to the kind of world our children and their children deserve. Aloha, Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī Edmund Keli‘i Silva, Jr.

Transitional Governmental Organization and Functions The government in absentia for more than one hundred years is the Kingdom of Hawai‘i. The restored government is the Kingdom of Hawai‘i. The Aupuni government will be mid-wiving the birth of the new Hawaiian nation. Once the restoration process is complete, the community will decide whether to maintain, modify, or abolish the restored structure. Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī (High Chief/King) - Prior to contact with Europeans, the Hawaiian people had a system of chiefs. The Ali`i Nui served the people as High Chief. Subsequently, the Hawaiians added the European concept of King and termed that office the Mō‘ī. In the transitional government, the highest position will be Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī combining the offices of High Chief and King.

The Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī is the ultimate decision-maker in the government. At the same time, when the other parts of the government structure operate as envisioned, policies, plans, and practices presented to the Ali′i Nui Mō‘ī for approval will be so well thought out and publicly supported that the Mō‘ī will rarely have occasion to differ. Ali‘i Mana‘o Nui (Chief Advocate and Spiritual Advisor) -The Ali‘i Mana‘o Nui is charged with watching over every aspect of the Aupuni and communicating messages and his or her thoughts and perceptions, whether pleasant or unpleasant, to the Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī. Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani (The Celestial Council) – Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani reviews all policies, plans, laws, and practices within the Aupuni to ensure harmony with the vision and guiding principles of the Aupuni. The recommendations of the Council are transmitted to the Mō‘′ī by the Ali‘i Mana‘o Nui. Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani will also facilitate peaceful resolution of disputes within the Aupuni and outside the Aupuni. The Council will have a center in the Aupuni and travel to other locations to offer its services. Government Ministries – The government will also have various ministries to manage the departments of the government, e.g. education, environment, treasury, etc. The Vision/Goals – The vision held by the Aupuni is Heaven on Earth. Heaven on Earth is viewed in very practical terms. The ultimate goal of the restoration process is harmony within the Human Family and harmony between the Human Family and the Natural World. Resolving disputes within the Human Family

at all levels and implementing Human practices that restore, preserve, protect, and enhance the viability of the living systems on the planet is both a worthy goal and a necessity, if the Human Family is to avoid Armageddon-type scenarios or ecological collapse scenarios. The Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī, the Ali‘i Nui Mana‘o, and Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani will be responsible for developing and presenting, to the internal and external communities, the vision and goals. A central governmental focus will be meeting the needs of the original Kanaka Maoli. The Kanaka Maoli culture held sacred all the natural and cultural resources in Hawai‘i, especially in relationship to Akua, ‘Aumakua, and Kupuna, the ancestors who look over the people and protect them. There are also sacred sites that will be restored, cherished, and protected. The goal is to perpetuate the original Kanaka Maoli civilization by training specialists in all forms of Kanaka Maoli culture, medicine, plants, arts, etc. and to offer these specialists to our community and the world at large. Deliberative Bodies – The goal of the deliberative bodies is to develop policies, plans, and practices that align with the vision and goals presented. Each deliberative body is charged with fulfilling one transition point in the flow of ideas. The Deliberative Bodies are: Ahupua‘a (Community) – The individual within his ′ohana/community is the foundation of the government structure. The Aupuni will provide the education, training, and tools to facilitate each individual developing their full potential and integrating into their community. The Aupuni will also

provide support for community-building institutions and facilities. Na ′Apana (Local Community/Bioregional) – This body will bring together representatives from Ahupua‘a to harmonize their plans with the goal of maintaining a healthy bioregion. Plans, policies, and practices that are sustainable and support independence within the bioregion will have the highest priority. This body will choose representatives to the next level. Na Moku (Bioregional/Island) – This body will bring together representatives from Na ‘Apana on each island to harmonize and complement the policies, plans, and practices of the individual bioregions. This body will choose representatives to the next level. Ka Aupuni (Islands/National) – This body will bring together representatives from each Na Moku to harmonize and complement the policies, plans, and practices of the individual islands. This body will choose representatives to the next level. Ka Pakaukau “The Table” (National/International) – This body will bring together representatives from Ka Aupuni internally and foreign specialists addressing policies of other nations to harmonize and complement national policies, plans, and practices with the ultimate goal of harmony within the Human Family and between the Human Family and the Natural World. Representatives chosen from one body to participate in the next level up will return to their original body to report and consult. The goal is free flowing communications between all levels of government to ensure understanding and harmony.

Ka Wa‘a Huaka‘i “The Traveling Canoe” (International/Global) – This body will bring together Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani and specialists addressing relations with and among other nations to find pathways toward a united Human Family living in peace with the Planet. The ultimate goal is One Family/One Planet. The Aupuni will also have a separate advisory body to explore the idea of Humanity moving out into the universe. This body will identify issues and provide discussion guidance from a Hawaiian perspective on the questions of Humanity’s possible expansion into space. The Ali′i Nui Mō‘ī, the Ali‘i Mana‘o Nui, and the members of Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani will be welcome to participate in the deliberations of any of the deliberative bodies to contribute their mana‘o. The Aupuni will facilitate the work of all the deliberative bodies by providing meeting places, telecommunications, travel, and other support.

Kauhale Piko Aupuni (Center of Government)

One of the first major facilities to be developed by the Aupuni will be Kauhale Piko Aupuni. · Pu‘uhonua Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī (King’s Sanctuary of Peace) will be a compound containing the Mō‘ī residence and meeting hall, a communications center, a healing facility, and housing for support staff. · Pu‘uhonua Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani (Celestial Council Sanctuary of Peace) will be a compound containing the Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano

Lani meeting hall and residences, a communications center, a healing facility, and housing for support staff. · Ka Hale ‘Oihana Aupuni (Government Offices) will be government buildings housing ministries, post office, teleconferencing, radio station, and television station. · Ka Piko ‘Oihana Kālā (Finance Center) will contain the Kingdom Bank, Treasury, and Mint.

Kula Honua (Earth Schools)

We honor all those who have held the ground preparing for restoration. Those efforts will inform and be integrated into the Kula Honua or an eco-campuses. · Ka Hale Mana‘o Pu (Creative Arts Center) will be dedicated to Hawaiian arts, artists, writers, and the performing arts. Part of this center will be Ka Ho‘ike Mana‘o, an open amphitheater where Hawaiian spirituality, music, art, crafts, healing techniques, and other presentations will take place. · Ka Hale Mea Kupuna (Hawaiian Language and Cultural Restoration Center) will offer classes teaching the Hawaiian language and other skills, such as canoe building, fishing, net making, food growing, food preparation, and other skills essential to living directly from the Natural World in a sustainable manner. · Ka Hale ‘Imi Na‘auao Aupuni (Government Research Center) will provide resources to examine economic, political, social, medical, agricultural, and other policies designed to create a productive future for all Hawai′i. Research will include the

effects of modern lifestyles on the original Kanaka Maoli; food independence; sustainable energy production; alternative economic models; efficient management and running of government, educational and social programs; public opinion; healing methods; and other traditional and modern topics of importance to the government and people. · Ka Piko Lapa‘au (Healing Center) will integrate traditional lā‘au lapa‘au with the newer methods that are developing through an understanding of spiritual, genetic, cellular, and energetic healing. The center will offer a wide range of healing techniques, conduct research, and develop products to assist in healing. The Center will also train practitioners to operate healing centers throughout the world.

KA ‘AHA KŪKĀ ‘ANO LANI PEACE CENTER

Near the Kauhale Piko Aupuni will be the KA ‘AHA KŪKĀ ‘ANO LANI. KA ‘AHA KŪKĀ ‘ANO LANI will provide its services to the operations of the Pu‘uhonua. The Pu‘uhonua complex will be devoted to making peace within the Human Family and between the Human Family and the rest of the Natural World. The original Kanaka Maoli developed a technique for reconciling individuals and groups called Ho`oponopono. This technique will be the primary method for achieving peace. The complex will include the meeting hall, a hotel for the Mō‘ī’s visitors and those utilizing the services of the Pu‘uhonua, a secure communications center, a training center for Ho′oponopono and other disciplines, and a center containing cultural, recreational, and healing facilities for visitors.

The KA ‘AHA KŪKĀ ‘ANO LANI will be dedicated to identifying, clarifying, resolving and preventing disputes within the Human Family. The Peace Center will offer the religions, nations, tribes, and other groupings within the Human Family a place where conflict resolution can be pursued in a kapu (sacred) setting. World leaders will be invited to come to the Center or send their representatives to address potential and actual conflicts. Prior to beginning the process, each participant must agree to be bound by the protocols of the Ho`oponopono process and the final determination. Ka Piko Honua (Earth Center) within the Pu‘uhonua will be devoted to crafting agreements within the Human Family that will restore, preserve, protect, and enhance the Natural World that supports the existence of the Human Family. The process within the Honua Center will be the same as the process within the Queen Liliu‘okalani Center. Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani will approve all accords reached within the Pu‘uhonua. Those accords will be given to the Ali‘i Mana‘o Nui for final review by the Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī. The same process will apply when Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani answers invitations to provide services elsewhere in the world. Ka Piko Lokahi (The Unity Center) within the Pu‘uhonua will be devoted to assisting individual Human families in resolving existing disputes. The Pu‘uhonua will have an Academy to train practitioners from all nations in the arts of interpersonal and political healing and offer such training over the Internet. Ka Hale ‘Oihana Maluhia will be a center for research on all aspects of the different groups within the Human Family and train experts to advise Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani.

Kaiāulu

(Villages) The Aupuni will establish villages to house both those working in the government facilities and others wishing to live a life built around traditional practices with appropriate modern additions. In the kaiāulu, families will engage in traditional activities, such as spiritual practice, house construction, canoe building, net making, fishing, weaving, agriculture, music, and dance.

Eyes on the Goal

The Kingdom goals are to become an independent, self-sustaining, ecologically intelligent, fountain of innovation. Calling upon the creativity and love of its people, the Kingdom will dare to set visionary goals and seek practical implementation of those goals. Zero private cars? Zero imports? Zero pollution? Four day work week? Five hour work day? All these goals and more are within the realm of possibility for the ultimate unfolding of the Kingdom. Figuring out how to approach these goals will be challenging, educational, and enjoyable.

The New Nation As we set up a new community/nation, we can explore new ways of organizing and implementing what is generally referred to as the economy. In this exploration, we will be guided by our fundamental principles of achieving harmony within the Human Family and harmony between the Human Family and the Natural World. The ultimate goal of that system is a happy people and a healthy planet.

The ahupua‘a system will form a basis for reestablishing Human communities that are in balance with the ecosystems that support them. The Aupuni intends to be more fun than utilitarian. The Aupuni wants its subjects to develop their talents to their fullest and wants them to enjoy life and have a rich spiritual experience while visiting Earth. The Aupuni goal is, therefore, that subjects have access to knowledge and training that brings out inner talents; opportunities to use those talents for the benefit of the individual and the entire community; and opportunities to enjoy recreation and spiritual exploration. Ultimately, the goal of the Aupuni is to have a population joyfully performing the daily tasks needed to support their personal growth and the community. As the goals of the Aupuni for individual development and understanding are realized, there will be less and less need for a government. Individuals will have moved from subjects to a community of sovereigns.

Restoration Celebrations

The Aupuni will host a series of Restoration Celebrations. These events will bring together a broad spectrum of Hawai`i’s finest musicians, hula halaus, and artists to celebrate the return of Ke Aupuni O Hawai‘i. The goals of these events are to celebrate the restoration, entertain and educate the general public, gather supporters for the restoration process, and raise funds for local restoration projects.

Poni Mō‘ī (Coronation)

The first phase of the restoration of the Aupuni will be completed when the coronation takes place . This event will include the arrival of wa‘a (canoes) from the Islands and throughout Polynesia. The Coronation will also include the singing of Nou Ke Akua Ke Aupuni O Hawai‘i, the new national anthem and the chanting of Ku I ka mana Hawai′i Nei (The Mana of all Hawai′i Rises Up) (see the kingdomofhawaii.info website.) Invitations will be sent to world leaders and others internationally recognized for their efforts to bring peace to the Human Family and between the Human Family and the rest of the Natural World.

What about the lands?

Historically, the Crown held title to all lands in the Aupuni. The Crown distributed lands through the chiefs for use in the various land divisions. When the Crown passed to a new Mō‘ī or Mō‘ī Wahine, (Queen), all distributed lands returned to the Crown for redistribution. In the Great Mahele, the King granted some lands to the Government. The King stated that these grants were irrevocable. Prior to contact with foreigners, the Hawaiian people had an economic system based on the concept of ahupua‘a. An

ahupua‘a was an area managed by a community. Some encompassed lands from the mountain top to the ocean. The residents of the ahupua`a shared the products of the land and sea with each other and with other ahupua’a. When someone had more than they needed, they made a gift of their excess to others. This was sharing, not barter. Managers appointed by the Crown ensured the use of the ahupua‘a in a sustainable manner. Contact with foreign nations led to an influx of non-Hawaiians. Their practices, whether spiritual, cultural, or economic, began to supplant traditional Hawaiian practices. The system of private property destroyed the ahupua`a system. Often, Hawaiians given private land relinquished their land with no understanding of how to value their land or even what the paperwork meant. Eventually, the illegal overthrow of the government led to a foreign government holding substantial Kingdom lands. The change from sustainable practices also resulted in severe damage to the land. Property owners cleared forests, destroyed natural systems, destroyed the fish ponds that supported the people, and otherwise produced an economy that today relies heavily on imports and is controlled by foreign corporations. The Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī and Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani have determined that the only means to correct past abuses is for the lands to return to the Aupuni. This process will begin with the return of the Crown and government lands to the Kingdom.

The Aupuni will develop a comprehensive plan for land use, including major ecological restoration projects, such as reforestation, and economic restoration, such as reestablishing the fish ponds and taro fields. The plan will determine lands most appropriate for agriculture that will form the base for recreating village settlements. The plan will also determine lands most appropriate for urban settlements. As to lands currently in private hands, the Kingdom will have the authority to determine the most appropriate land use. Actions taken in good faith by those now holding the lands will be acknowledged and Kingdom policy will seek to minimize any financial loss to such persons. Ultimately, however, all lands will be integrated into a plan that meets the goals of the Kingdom.

What about the United States and Other Nations? The United States is dedicated to freedom and self determination for individuals and nations. Those principles emerged from a spiritual base that asserted Humans are born with inalienable rights given by their Creator. Hawai′i is about Aloha. The spiritual meaning of this term is an acknowledgement that every Human carries a divine spark within, that we are all children of the divine and deserving of respect. For those who adhere to the foundation principles of the United States, the question of Hawai′i is very simple. A handful of annexationists backed by the United States government overthrew the legitimate government of Hawai‘i and abolished

the nation. The United States Congress formally apologized for this action in 1993. The appropriate response to correct the injustice is to reaffirm the founding principles of the United States and return the inalienable right of the Hawaiian Kingdom to determine its own destiny. The Aupuni is offering forgiveness for past wrongs and extending the hand of friendship based on Aloha. The Aupuni is confident that most people in the United States will choose the path of life, forgiveness, and healing. The Aupuni was and will continue to be a non-aligned nation devoted to bringing peace as a personal, political, and spiritual commitment. Neither the death penalty nor war will be part of the restored Aupuni because both are forms of human sacrifice. The Aupuni also offers forgiveness and reconciliation to the nations of the world which had treaties with our independent nation and stood by while the overthrow took place. The Aupuni is confident that those nations and the other nations of the world will reciprocate with recognition. We look forward to a cooperative sharing of Aloha with all nations on Earth.

Letter to President Bush October 7, 2005

Dear President Bush: In your speech to the United Nations on Wednesday, September 14, you stated: “In the long run, the best way to protect the religious freedom, and the rights of women and minorities, is through institutions

of self-rule, which allow people to assert and defend their own rights. All who stand for human rights must also stand for human freedom.” In speech, you have committed yourself and your nation to noble principles. My question is whether you will fulfill that commitment with action. The Apology Resolution, Public Law 103-150, acknowledged that the United States government cooperated in the illegal overthrow of the Kingdom government. Everything from that day, including the annexation of Hawai‘i, is fruit from a poisoned tree. The only just and complete response to the illegal overthrow is the restoration of the Kingdom government. The restoration process began the day Queen Lili‘uokalani temporarily stepped aside to avoid bloodshed. In doing so, she relied on the United States government to reverse the illegal actions of its agents and restore the Kingdom. The Hawaiian people have waited patiently for 112 years for the Queen’s faith in the United States to be manifested. During those years, the Kingdom lived on in the hearts and minds of the Hawaiian people, while their government was in abstentia. The time has come to fulfill the Queen’s prophecy that the nation would be restored. I have returned to Hawai‘i to complete that mission. I am traveling among the people to bring the glad tidings that the Kingdom is restored and finding joy everywhere. We are in the process of putting the governmental structures in place, arranging appropriate financial support, and preparing for the transition to independence.

I invite you to join with us in a cooperative process to bring that mission to a rapid conclusion. I look forward to sitting with you to discuss the restoration of an independent Hawaiian Archipelago. I look forward to addressing your Congress and extending our forgiveness and hand of friendship. Your statement to the United Nations is presented in the words of your Founding Fathers. Their commitment to freedom and self determination led to the creation of your nation. I encourage you to make the transition as easy and seamless as possible. We know that there will be goals and timetables. After more than 100 years, we are somewhat impatient. Yet we are mindful that a large ship takes time to change direction. As long as you accept the goal of restoration, I am sure we can work out the details. I also encourage you to consider the potential service a non-aligned nation based on spiritual principles can provide to the Human Family. There is no need for the Armageddon scenario that you have so brilliantly brought into focus. The Human Family can choose a different path. A non-aligned nation seeking only the greatest good for the Family can assist in identifying that path and unifying the Family to choose that path. I invite you to enjoy a great luau and Hawaiian traditional celebration with me, while we contemplate the incredible changes that are taking place in our world. When it is time, would you come to my coronation and walk side by side with me, while we enjoy the unfolding of miracles?

The actual date and time of the coronation will be sent to you under separate cover as there are many arrangements that need to be made. Aloha,

Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ī Edmund Keli‘i Silva, Jr.

KE AUPUNI O HAWAI′I

FLAG

Red – Honors all those who have fought for restoration of Ke Aupuni O Hawai′i White – Symbolizes unification and purity; a new beginning Yellow – Is for enlightenment; blessings from above Maile Vine – Represents prosperity, growth, and life

on the flag, maile represents the Hā, the breath of life Kāhili – These are the Royal Standards Islands – Stand for unity, peace, and aloha Ocean – Embodies life and abundance Uniting all nations in peace

LlLA O KE MELE O AUPUNI O HAWAI‘I (KINGDOM OF HAWAII ANTHEM)

NOU KE AKUA KE AUPUNI O HAWAI‘I 1st VERSE A NEW DAY IS DAWNING BY THE PRESENCE OF MAKALI′I THAT GUIDES OUR WA`AS TO OUR SOVEREIGN DESTINY. HUI ANA NA MOKU, WORDS OF PROPHECY KE AKUA MANA LOA O HAWAI′I CHORUS NOU KE AKUA KE AUPUNI O HAWAI′I OH CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT COME FOLLOW ME. TO YOU, OH LORD, THE KINGDOM OF HAWAI‘I 2nd VERSE THE LIFE GIVING WATERS ARE THE MANA THAT SURROUNDS ME. THE FIRES OF PELE ARE HOW OUR LANDS CAME TO BE MAUNA KEA, THE SACRED TEMPLE OF OUR GOD I.

LET US LIVE IN PEACE, LOVE, AND UNITY. CHORUS 3RD VERSE AUMAKUA I‘O AND HONU EA THEY BRING THE MESSAGES OF KE AKUA A ME KUPUNA RED AND YELLOW KAHILIS, BLOOD AND ROYALTY KU ANA KA PAI‘A POHAKU STRENGTHENS ME. CHORUS (REPEAT LAST LINE – ENDING) CHANT: E OLA MAU NA PULAPULA O HAWAI′I NEI. ALOHA KE AKUA Composed by Demetrius Oliveira and Keola Hanoa Note: For a complete translation and interpretation of Hawaiian words and deeper meanings, and for an MP3 recording of the song, please visit our website at www.kingdomofhawaii.info.

KE OLI O AUPUNI O HAWAI‘I (KINGDOM CHANT)

(Group #2 questions) Aia I hea ka mana Hawai‘i? (Where is the Hawaiian mana?) (Group #1 answers) (Group #2 agrees)

I ke kuahiwi, ke kualono, ke kula, ke kahakai (In the different land divisions from sea to mountain) Ku i ka mana (Rises the mana) I ka wao ma‘ukele, ka wao akua, ka wao kanaka (In the different forests, of God and man) Ku i ka mana I ka wai ola, ka wai puna, Ka wai holo, ka wai lele (In the living water, the springs, the flowing water, the waterfall) Ku i ka mana I na kai ‘ewalu, ke kai luna, ke kai lalo (In the eight seas, the sea above, the sea below) Ku i ka mana I ka makani ‘olu‘olu, ka makani ikaika (In the gentle wind, the strong wind) Ku i ka mana I ka ua li‘ili‘i, ka ua loa, ka ua ‘awa, ka ua hanai (In the light rain, the big rain, the bitter rain, the rain that brings life) Ku i ka mana I ka ‘aina ho‘oilina, ka ‘aina hanau, ka ‘aina ku pono (In the inherited land, the birthplace, the independent land) Ku i ka mana I Hawai‘i nui a Keawe (In the island of Hawai‘i of Keawe) Ku i ka mana I Maui nui a Kama (In the island of Maui of Kama) Ku i ka mana I Kaho‘olawe a Kanaloa (In the island of Kaho‘olawe of Kanaloa) Ku i ka mana I Lana‘i a Kaulula′au

(In the island of Lana′i of Kaulula’au) Ku i ka mana I Moloka‘i nui a Hina (In the island of Moloka′i of Hina) Ku i ka mana I O‘ahu a Lua In the island of O′ahu of Lua) Ku i ka mana I Kaua‘i o Mano (In the island of Kaua′i of Mano) Ku i ka mana I Ni‘ihau a Kahelelani (In the island of Ni′ihau of Kahelelani) Ku i ka mana I na Moku Manu a na kupuna (In the bird islands of the ancestors) Ku i ka mana I ka mana‘o ‘ekahi, ka ikaika ekahi, ka ala ‘ekahi (in one mind, one strength, one path) Ka mana li‘i, ka mana loa, ka mana lani, ka mana kanaka (the small mana, the big mana, the heavenly mana, the people’s mana) (Everyone together) Ku i ka mana Hawai‘i nei! (The mana of all of Hawai‘i rises up!) Harrumph (Na Malia Luika Farias) The audio version of this chant is available on www.kingdomofhawaii.info We encourage those who plan to attend the coronation to learn the chant, so that they can join in on that day

Closing Message from the Ali‘i Nui Mō‘ ī To the Na Kānaka Maoli (the original Hawaiian people), the word ‘Ohana (Family) means everything. When they use it, they believe it, they love it and they live it. ‘Ohana represents the greatest good and true happiness. ‘Ohana is everything – life unto and beyond death. To define this word would limit its value because ‘Ohana takes us back to Ke Akua, our God ‘I’. To understand this sacred word ‘Ohana, we must incorporate the spiritual meaning at its deepest root. We, the Na Kānaka Maoli, look upon our ‘aina (the land) from the mountain to the sea as our ‘Ohana. We communicate with the natural elements and the trees, plants, animals and sea life because we have this innate spiritual draw to all life that transcends understanding. From that connection, we acknowledge the whole universe as our ‘Ohana. We also communicate with our Kupuna Kahiko (our elders who have passed on) to honor their memory. From that connection, we acknowledge our relationship to all dimensions of existence. We remember the lessons we were taught. We remember the good and the bad times. We continue to love. This is the ‘Ohana/family root meaning I was taught. When Ke Aupuni O Hawai′i is restored, it is my prayer that Aloha and ‘Ohana will return as well. I believe they will. I want to see our people returned to the aina and the sea they devoutly love. When this happens, I believe without doubt that Hawai‘i Nei will be a light to the whole world and the true meaning of ′Ohana will be lived.

Ke Aupuni O Hawai‘i included people of Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian ancestry. All subjects lost their nation when the insurrection took place. Citizenship in the restored Aupuni will similarly be open to people of all backgrounds and nationalities, and all subjects of the Aupuni will have the same rights. Some people have asked me: By what authority are you Mō‘ī? Based on what I have seen since making my commitment, I can best answer that my authority comes from God. By that I mean only that I have already seen miracles take place that have brought us to the point where our goals are within reach. To my people, I say: Look at my genealogy. Look at the vision we have put forward for the restored Aupuni. Look at the resources being put at my disposal to achieve the restoration. Look at how we use those resources to implement the vision. Look at the people who have joined me in this undertaking. On November 22, 2002, Prime Minister, Council of Regency, Na Kupuna Council O‘Hawai‘i Nei and Na Kupuna Council Hawai‘i Moku (Royal Kupuna House of Nobles) proclaimed me to be the lawful successor and Ali‘i Nui Mōi (High Chief and King) of the Kingdom of Hawai‘i. It is my sacred duty that I must honor my iwi kupunas who fought to restore the stolen lands of the Kingdom back to its People. Although they died before seeing their efforts come into fruition, it is their unfinished business which pushes me forward as their successor. This is a personal motivation which courses through my spirit every day.

I believe that those with ears to hear and eyes to see will conclude that our vision, support, and works are proof that our undertaking is divinely guided and blessed. I believe you will find that when you make your commitment to the Aupuni, doors will open to a more meaningful life for you and that together we will see the vision realized. I encourage you to fill out and return the form that follows. On this form you can indicate your support for the restoration process and what you can contribute. On behalf of myself, Ka ‘Aha Kūkā ‘Ano Lani, and all those who have kept the dream of restoration alive, I express gratitude to those of you who choose to join us. E Mau Aku Ho‘i Kealoha Hoa Hanau, (Let brotherly and sisterly love continue)

Ua Mau Ke Ea o ka ʻAina i ka Pono,

ALI‘I NUI MŌ‘Ī

EDMUND K. SILVA, JR. Nalikolauokalani Paki – Ka ‘I ‘omaka-ola-hou-Kaluaokalani-ka-‘I-mano‘anu‘unu‘u-ka-lama-kea-i-ho‘0ku‘ke‘aupuni-o-Hawai‘i

Supporting Ke Aupuni O Hawai‘i

You are invited to fill out the form below email it to:

admin@kingdomofhawaii.info. You may fill out the form

on-line as well.

___ I support the restored Aupuni O Hawai‘i.

Names of Household Members

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Mailing Address

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Telephone ____________________

FAX ____________________

Email _______________________________________

What are the particular skills or training of members of

your household/what do they love to do that they could

contribute to the restoration process, e.g. fishing, dancing,

cooking, computers, carpentry, canoe building, accounting,

singing, managing?

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What are the most important matters you think the Aupuni

should address?

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Suggestions, comments, etc. regarding this booklet?

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If you would like to support the restoration process with a

gift from the heart, the funds will be used to put

government personnel, facilities, and infrastructure in place

and for the projects presented in this booklet. Please make

out your check or money order to: Kingdom of Hawai‘i

and send to:

Kingdom of Hawai‘i

admin@kingdomofhawaii.info

Or provide credit card information below.

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A higher consciousness descends into the

Hawaiian Islands

Protected by Sacred Obligation

Putting conflict in the past

Embraced by the King’s sacred seal

Made manifest throughout the Nation

By the Breath of God

Amen

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MAHALO