Pele (Hawaiian goddess of fire)

Pele is the Hawaiian goddess of fire, volcanoes, and volcano-making. She is deeply revered in Hawaiian culture, embodying the fiery power of the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii. According to legend, Pele resides in the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. She is seen as both a creator and destroyer—forming new land through eruptions while also causing destruction. Pele’s presence is felt through volcanic activity, and she is honored through stories, offerings, and rituals that acknowledge her as a vital, life-giving force of nature.