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—Hidden meaning, as in Hawaiian poetry; concealed reference, as to a person, thing, or place; words with double meanings that might bring good or bad fortune.

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“As our ancestors have shown, there is a duality that connects our physical world with the spiritual world; it is up to us to recognize the hidden meanings (kaona) that help guide us in our daily lives.”

—Kawena Lorenzo, kuaʻana (senior peer mentor) Leeward Community College K¨©puka Native Hawaiian Center and student at the University of Âé¶¹´«Ã½–West Oʻahu

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