Kahu 🐶🐱 Hawaiian Word for "Pets" ❤️

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Hawaiian Word of the Day:
Most of us use the Hawaiian word Kahu when we refer to the pastor of our church, a preacher or minister.
Kahu in its first meanings is an honored attendant, guardian, nurse, keeper of bones, regent, keeper, administrator. It is also a warden, caretaker, master, mistress — even one who has a dog, cat, pig, or other pet.

In Hawaiian culture, you do not call yourself your pet’s “owner.” You are referred to as their “Kahu.” The word Kahu has a deep meaning and is defined as the sacred role of a guardian, protector, steward or honored attendant. Essentially, someone entrusted with the safe keeping of something precious - something cherished. What a Kahu protects is not their property. What they protect is a part of their soul. We become better when we truly love an animal. We embrace the connection of all life when we embody what it means to be a Kahu.

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In Hawaiian, KAHU primarily means "guardian," "protector," or "caretaker," especially in a context of deep responsibility and trust. It's often used to describe someone who cares for another person, an animal, or even a place or tradition. The term emphasizes a relationship of stewardship and devotion, rather than simple ownership.

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Here's a more detailed breakdown:

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Beyond Pet Ownership:
While it can refer to someone who has a pet, "kahu" goes beyond the concept of "owner." It signifies a deep, spiritual connection and responsibility for the well-being of the animal, suggesting the pet is cherished as a beloved part of the family. 
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Spiritual and Traditional Context:
Traditionally, "kahu" were entrusted with maintaining sacred sites (heiau), artifacts, and ceremonies. They were knowledgeable in Hawaiian rituals and practices, acting as mediators between the spiritual and physical worlds. 
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Stewardship and Caregiving:
The term extends to various forms of guardianship, such as teachers who nurture their students, caretakers of the land, and even those who protect cultural knowledge and traditions. 
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Intimate and Confidential Relations:
The Hawaiian dictionary according to Nā Puke Wehewehe ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi indicates that "kahu" can imply a very close and confidential relationship, especially between a guardian and something they are entrusted to protect. 
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Examples:
A pastor of a church is often referred to as a "kahu," as is someone who takes care of a pet or a historical site. 

❤️  You are your pets "KAHU" ❤️

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