Never before have the kupuna (elders) of lomilomi come together and allowed their photographs and words of wisdom to bless a book dedicated to their art. For the first time, they reveal knowledge to the world that has been kept hidden in their ohana (families) for generations.

Over 120 stunning pictures taken in beautiful locations throughout the Hawaiian Islands show kupuna, kumu (teachers) and haumana (students) in action. Inspirational quotes from historic and contemporary healers teach timeless life lessons, while delightful descriptions from visitors of the 1800s depict the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits.

This sumptuous book features 36 traditional practitioners including
Henry Auwae
Margaret Machado
Mary Fragas
Kalua Kaiahua
Papa K Kepilino
Kaipo Kaneakua
Haunani Hopkins
Abraham Kawaii
Kawaikapuokalani Hewett
Angeline Locey
Brenda Mohalapua Ignacio
Alva Andrews
Dane Kaohelani Silva
Wesley Sen

The book's photographer, Emmy Award winner John C. Kalani Zak, vividly illustrates a system of healing through chant, prayer, forgiveness (ho'oponopono), herbal medicine, massage, back-walking, lomi sticks, hot stones, salt scrub, steam, fresh water and the ha breath. Makana Risser Chai, author of the Bishop Museum book on lomilomi, explains how the art of lomilomi springs from aloha aina, love of the land, and the cultural practices of hula and lua, the martial art.

Later, experience lomilomi for yourself by contacting the practitioners listed in the Directory of this treasure. Gift this book to yourself, a friend or anyone who would love to take a healing journey to Hawai i.

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lomilomi, book, hawaiian, art