The whole island a-burning.

Scorched is thy scion, Hawaii.

Kahiki shoots flame-tongues at Olopana,

That hero of yours, and priest

Of the oracle Hana-ka-ulani,

The sacred shrine of the king—

He is of the upper heavens,

The one inspired by Keawe,

That tabu-famous Keawe,

The king passion-fond of the sea.