The King of Hawaiʻi Mourns Queen Elizabeth II — Official Statement
Posted: September 11, 2022
From the desk of the KING:
Condolence on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
In this official statement, His Majesty King Edmund K. Paki-Silva II offers heartfelt condolences for Queen Elizabeth II, recognizing her steadfast duty and lifelong service. He calls this a season of reconciliation, encouraging all people to move forward with unity, love, and respect.
As the world mourns the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi joins in sorrow and remembrance. With compassion and aloha, His Majesty King Edmund K. Paki-Silva II honors her remarkable life of service and calls upon the world to embrace forgiveness, healing, and respect during this time of mourning.
On September 11, 2022, His Majesty King Edmund K. Paki-Silva II, Sovereign Monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, issued a heartfelt message of condolence on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
In his statement, the King reflected on Queen Elizabeth’s unwavering dedication to her duty, noting her steadfastness even in times of profound change. He described her as a monarch who guided her nation with grace, humility, and commitment, never wavering despite immense challenges.
The King also observed that Queen Elizabeth had begun shifting away from the colonial legacy of her ancestors, and though her life ended before completing that work, her heart was committed to positive transformation and healing.
He declared this moment a season of forgiveness and reconciliation, calling upon people across the globe to lay aside the wounds of the past and embrace compassion and understanding for one another.
“May we all find forgiveness and healing in our hearts and souls in the coming years. May we believe in a better future, one filled with love and respect for one another.”
In closing, King Edmund extended heartfelt prayers and aloha to the British Royal Family, asking Akua (God) to bless and comfort them as one ʻohana (family).
Nou ke Akua ke Aupuni o Hawaiʻi — The Kingdom of Hawaiʻi belongs to God.
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