02-24-2011, 08:05 AM
The nail has "Mana" too. It gave power to those who were previously without. Kau'a (slaves)were enabled to craft their own fishooks by bending a nail; previously implements were crafted and controlled by higher classes.
Hawaiian culture has always been receptive to other technologies. Kamehameha with his artillery, Hawaiian surfers and paddlers with NASA inspired laminates, Kumu Hula with lighting and sound systems, Fishermen with outboards and monofiliment and Hawaiian bloggers with their computers. These all enhance Hawaiian culture.
Astronomy is another important part of the Hawaiian culture. In my humble opinion, Hawaiians should be embracing the new technology and demanding their piece of the pie; Scholarships and Jobs.
Hawaiian culture has always been receptive to other technologies. Kamehameha with his artillery, Hawaiian surfers and paddlers with NASA inspired laminates, Kumu Hula with lighting and sound systems, Fishermen with outboards and monofiliment and Hawaiian bloggers with their computers. These all enhance Hawaiian culture.
Astronomy is another important part of the Hawaiian culture. In my humble opinion, Hawaiians should be embracing the new technology and demanding their piece of the pie; Scholarships and Jobs.