World Hotels - The Secrets and Mysteries of Hawaii: A Call to the Soul

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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 299.92
EAN: 9781558743625
ISBN: 1558743626
Label: HCI
Manufacturer: HCI
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 244
Publication Date: 1995-08-01
Publisher: HCI
Studio: HCI

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Hawaii -- a place all the world knows as paradise and one of the most remote places on earth -- may hold a clue for all humanity during our very defining moment in history. Pila explains why Hawaii is the crossroads of all our mysteries. The Hawaiian people, their legends and culture, even the location of the islands themselves hold a key that could unlock a giant door and reveal the path to our future.

Pila of Hawaii will take you on a journey through time and captivate your soul with the life-transforming power that the islands' sacred sites, folklore and myths bring to those who are willing to seek it. Whether you are planning a trip to this tropical paradise or searching for greater insights into your own spirit, this book will open you to a world of exquisite beauty and power.

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Summary: An account of the power of the deep sacred, uliuli
Comment: in Hawaii. Pila's consciousness was opened following his Vietnam experience and many Hawaiian secrets have been revealed to him. Here is a compelling account of how you can use the ancient knowledge to improve the integrity of your life. I would highly recommend it if you are visiting the Big Island and even if you are not. Having studied Huna for some years, its one of the few books I can recommend. Dr. Rima Morrell. Author of The Sacred Power of Huna (where I also write about the symbolic meanings of the Big Island and quote Pila), The Hawaiian Oracle and Travelling Magically.

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Summary: Brilliantly written
Comment: This book by Pila Chiles is so well written and organized considering it's subject matter that it makes reading it an extreme joy. I breezed through this book barely able to put it down. I found the humor and sense of grounding Pila has within himself and his subject matter quite refreshing and original. The book touches on many subjects many dare not speak for fear of labeling or ridicule. Yet Pila comes across with the information in a gentle humorous and touching manner so as to take any bite out of any naysayers. He ponders many things we all have asked ourselves within our lifetimes trying to find answers and he takes the reader back to the past to reclaim our future and make sense of it.

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Summary: The Secrets and Mysteries of Hawii
Comment: I recently visited the Hawaiian Islands. The moment I stepped off the aircraft and the air hit my face I felt the magic. I started researching and reading everything I could get my hands on to discover the secrets of the islands. Pila's book was the most helpful in explaining the incredible energy of Hawaii. His book is not only a guide to the magical places you can visit, it is also a guide to connecting with spirit and healing your life. A wonderful book that I highly recommend. Although it was written over ten years ago, it is even more relevent as we watch our world rapidly changing. Mahalo Pila!

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Summary: A bit New Agey but Mystical too
Comment: There are a couple of places where the author veers off a bit but for the most part he draws the reader into the mystical side of Hawaii that captivates the imagination and adds a new layer of "must do" items for ones next visit to the big island.

I particularly enjoyed the parts where he explores the subtleties expressed in the Hawaiian language and how they relate to place names and metaphysical practices and experiences. I think the author does a good job of connecting modern places and practices to traditional Hawaiian belief and faith practices. His chapter on the Big Island's place of refuge is exceptional in this regard.

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Summary: Between the lines
Comment: The book is written in an easy to read fashion... But don't be fooled! Even if you gobble the words down like a good meal.. there is much more you will me digesting...
The essence remembering Joy is something that will forever remain in my heart..!

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