Pele

Pele (the volcano goddess) means upheaval. “Pele’s passion can be relentless, producing both destruction and creation. As the goddess of the sacred earth, her seemingly “destructive” power gives birth to new rock formations and land. Many people have been transformed by Pele’s power. Many believe that Pele is offended when we disrespect the earth or Hawaiian culture. Pele may also be offended if we fail to fuel our passion. Passion requires respect. If you fail to fuel the fires of your passion, you run the risk of your heart turning to stone. But you are lucky, because Pele’s appearance indicates your passion is rising. Her upheaval clears the way for something new and better to be created.

The first word in her chant hulihia means “overturned: complete change, overthrow, turned upside down.” The word huli can mean “to change an opinion or a manner of living.” Therefore, Pele’s appearance may be warning you that an upheaval is just under the surface. Sometimes it takes nothing short of a major upheaval to change your beliefs, the way you relate to others, your behaviors, or priorities. When Pele appears, it is time to change course.”