Pele
Culture & Region
Hawaiian (Polynesia)
Time Period
Traditional (oral traditions)
Domains
Volcanoesfirelightningdancecreation through destruction
Symbols & Animals
Lavafirelightningwhite dogold woman/young woman forms
Sacred Sites & Cult Centers
- Halemaʻumaʻu crater (Kilauea)
- Big Island Hawaii
Key Myths & Stories
Volatile fire goddess; creates Hawaiian islands; jealous lover; battles with Namakaokaha'i
Related Deities
≈ Hephaestus/Vulcan (volcano); ≈ Sekhmet (destructive fire)