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Hawaiian Culture

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The things we learn from our culture affects how you are as a human being.
I treat others how I was taught to treat them.In my culture we believe that if treat others with aloha you will be treated the same Hula is a way of telling a story. Leis are a way of greeting someone. Tikis is a religious practice Ancient Hawaiian dance such as “Hula”
Hula is a dance performed by Hawaiian people, men and women. It is a way of telling a story or even a chant. A Hawaiian way of poetry.Hula is connected to my culture and personal identity because it is a tradition passed on through generation. In conclusion, Hula part of my culture. The flower lei is a cultural element. Today,the most popular Hawaiian custom is the flower lei. Hawaiian Customs directs

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