“Kūlia i ka nu‘u,” - always strive for the summit, wherever you are, whatever you do, to the best of your abilities!
Kūlia i ka nu‘u is the endowed legacy and personal motto of Queen Kapi‘olani, which translates to “Strive for the Summit” or “Strive for the Highest.”
Formally known as Esther Julia Kapi‘olani Napelakapuokaka‘e, Queen Kapi‘olani was married to King David Kalākaua and reigned as Queen Consort of the Kingdom of Hawai‘i from 1874-1891. Beloved by her people, Queen Kapi‘olani made a genuine commitment to helping the people of Hawai‘i; she was always a gracious hostess, full of humility, and a heart full of service.
In the Hawaiian language, “Kūlia” means Julia; therefore, the beginning of her personal motto, “Kūlia i ka nu‘u,” is profoundly used as a Hawaiian proverb statewide in many organizations, programs and communities.
Kūlia i ka nu‘u represents the value of achievement. Those who have this value continually pursue personal excellence just as Queen Kapi‘olani had done for the Hawaiian people.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Kūlia i ka nu‘u.
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