The Kingdom of Heaven & The Kingdom of Hawaiʻi
Sharing the gospel message through the history of Hawaiʻi.
New Book Release
Io ‘Supreme God of Polynesia’
Mo‘olelo Kū‘i‘o’s report explores the historical origins of the "Cult of Io," a movement some evangelical churches now equate with the Judeo-Christian God. The report argues that linking Hawai‘i’s pre-Christian history to Biblical beliefs misrepresents both Hawaiian culture and historical facts.
Before Christian influence, Hawaiians adhered to the ‘Ai Kapu system, which was later abandoned, leading to widespread evangelism and literacy through the Hawaiian Bible (Baibala Hemolele). A modern narrative claims Hawaiians were a lost tribe of Israelites who originally worshiped Io as the Biblical God. The report disputes this, presenting evidence to counter the claim and inviting readers to review the findings.
The History of Concerts of Prayer
Mo’olelo Kū’i’o partner and lead archivist, Chris Cook, has put together a short booklet on the history of concerts of prayer in the Hawaiian islands. Let this article inspire you to take up the mantle of prayer for the lost in our islands once again. God longs to see the lost come to himself and for the body of Christ to be united in prayer and worship.
Materials for Learning
All of our sources are first edition primary sources, manuscripts, and artifacts. We use these sources to tell and equip people with the true history of Hawai’i during the monarchy period til its illegal overthrow and eventual annexation.
Merchandise
Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Aloha Ke Akua clothing company to offer a fantastic selection of high-quality, comfortable t-shirts. This collaboration goes beyond clothing; it represents our shared values and commitment to spreading the message of God’s kingdom.
“No ka mea, ua aloha nui mai ke Akua i ko ke ao nei, no laila, ua hāʻawi mai ʻo ia i kāna Keiki hiwahiwa, i ʻole e make ka mea manaʻoʻiʻo iā ia, akā, e loaʻa iā ia ke ola mau loa.”
— MOKUNA III:16
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
— JOHN 3:16