Mulielealiʻi facts for kids

Mulielealiʻi (pronounced MUH-LEEH-EH-LEH-ALEEH) was an important leader in ancient Hawaii. He was a High Chief, which means he was a powerful ruler, on the island of Oahu. His special title was Aliʻi Nui, showing his high rank. We know about him from old Hawaiian chants and writings collected by a historian named Abraham Fornander.

Who Was Mulielealiʻi?

Mulielealiʻi was a significant figure in the early history of Oahu. He was known for his leadership and his family connections. His story helps us understand how ancient Hawaiian society was organized.

Family Background

Mulielealiʻi was the son of Maweke, a respected leader, and his mother was Naiolaukea. His family had roots in Tahiti, which is another island group in the Pacific Ocean. This connection shows how people traveled and settled across the Pacific long ago.

He had a famous brother named Keaunui. Keaunui was the father of Nuakea, who became a very important chiefess. Nuakea was a consort, or royal partner, on the island of Molokai. This shows how powerful families were connected through marriage across different islands.

Mulielealiʻi's Children

Mulielealiʻi married a chiefess named Wehelani. Together, they had several children who also became important leaders:

• High Chief Moʻikeha, who later became a ruler on the island of Kauai.
• High Chief Kumuhonua, who was known as a "King" of Oahu, meaning he was a main ruler of the island.
• High Chief ʻOlopana, who traveled to Tahiti.
• High Chiefess Hainakolo, who married a man named Keanini.

These children continued the family's legacy of leadership and influence throughout the Hawaiian islands.