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ons, which make the chant more accessible to global audiences. However, these initiatives face the delicate task of maintaining the chant’s sacredness while adapting it to contemporary modes of transmission. Comparative Perspectives: The Kumul

ut it uniquely emphasizes genealogical succession and the divine origins of Hawaiian chiefs, reflecting Hawaiian spiritual beliefs. Can the Kumulipo be fully understood without knowledge of the Hawaiian language? Understanding the full depth of the Kumuli