| As I attempt to live the way of Jedi, I shall share with you my learnings and thoughts, though this will be altogether a long process, absorbing vast moments of me, please be patient. I invite you to learn with me. I will site various sources and sometimes thoughts or theories of my own will appear. Feel free to comment, share, discuss, or just listen from afar. When I feel it is time, or perhaps when you think I Am ready, I will reveal my Jedi name. I have known it for many years, and have recently discovered its meaning. Patience. That is the first lesson.
Patience comes to some swiftly, yet to others more slowly. I think it wise and would recommend you learn this brief excerpt from the Code, which I evoke at least once a day (its printed on my wall, so I can have no excuse, I see it as I rise every morn.) I found that by using it as an audible mantra, it could summon inner harmony. Perhaps this derives from the Holy Trinity of Creation. Thought, Word, Action. Think it, say it, be it. Perhaps we will hear more on that theory later in our journey. Back to the code, as follows:
The Jedi Code:
There is no emotion; there is peace.
There is no ignorance; there is knowledge.
There is no passion; there is serenity.
There is no death; there is the Force.
The following comes from Jedi Knight Kin-Char Bamin (who can be found here: http://www.kincharbamin.com/index.html)
What you can do to lead a Life Like a Jedi:
- Teach patience to others and to yourself.
- Get along with all people and all living things.
- Don't judge someone because of how they look.
- Find a good thing every day! (It's easy to get frustrated every day, try and find something positive each day to remember)
- Start the day with a good attitude.
- If you see a wrong, right it if you can. If you can't find someone who can.
- Don't lie to others.
- Don't steal from others.
- Don't dislike things that you don't understand. Make sure you fully understand someone or something before you pass judgement.
- Open your heart not to just those who are close to you, but to all humanity. Be slow to judge and quick to forgive, show patience, empathy and love.
Seek Justice, Have Courage, Be Merciful, Show Generosity, Be Faithful, Be Noble, Keep Hope Alive
- Justice: Seek always the path of Right, unencumbered by bias or personal interest. Recognize that the sword of justice can be a terrible thing, so it must be tempered by humanity and mercy. If the right you see rings true, agrees with others, and you seek it out without bending to the temptation of expediency, then you will earn renown beyond measure.
- Courage
More than bravado or bluster, a Jedi Knight must have the courage of the heart necessary to undertake tasks which are difficult, tedious or unglamorous, and to graciously accept the sacrifices involved.
- Mercy
Words and attitudes can be painful weapons in the modern world, which is why a Jedi exercises mercy in his or her dealings with others, creating a sense of peace and community, rather than engendering hostility and antagonism.
- Generosity
Sharing whats valuable in life means not just giving away material goods, but also time, attention, wisdom and energy the things that create a strong, rich and diverse community.
- Faith
Faith means trust and integrity, and a Jedi is always faithful to his or her promises, no matter how big or small they may be.
- Nobility
Although this word is sometimes confused with entitlement or snobbishness, it conveys the importance of upholding ones convictions at all times, especially when no one else is watching.
- Hope
More than just a safety net in times of tragedy, hope is present every day in a modern Jedis positive outlook and cheerful demeanor, and inspires people all around.
Until the next my fellow padawans, may the force be with you |
