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Jedi characters Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson, right) and Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor, left) in the 1999 film Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace

The Jedi are important characters in the Star Wars stories. They are shown as an old group of wise people and warriors. Their history goes back about 25,000 years before the first Death Star was destroyed.

The Jedi Order is made up of many different kinds of experts. They are teachers, thinkers, scientists, engineers, doctors, and diplomats. They are also skilled warriors. Jedi believe that knowledge and wisdom are very important. They help others by doing good deeds and volunteering their time. This idea is a big part of the Star Wars universe.

Their special weapon is the lightsaber. This device makes a blade of bright energy, powered by a kyber crystal. The idea of the Jedi has even inspired a real-world group called Jediism.

What are the Jedi?

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Jedi Training Trials of the Temple Kylo Ren

In the Star Wars stories, the Jedi learn about and use something called the Force. They use the Force to help and protect people who need it. Jedi members, also known as Jedi Knights, respect all living things. They defend those who cannot defend themselves. They always try to find peaceful ways to solve problems. They only fight to protect themselves or others.

The Jedi's main weapon is the lightsaber, just like their enemies, the Sith. Jedi train their minds and bodies to get better at using the Force. They also try to help others they meet to improve themselves.

The Jedi Code

The Jedi Code was a set of rules that guided how the Jedi Order acted. It taught them not to get angry at others. This helped them control fear and stop them from turning to the dark side of the Force.

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Dueling with lightsabres, Big Apple Con 17, New York City 2009

Here is what the Code says: There is no emotion, there is peace.
There is no ignorance, there is knowledge.
There is no passion, there is serenity.
There is no chaos, there is harmony.
There is no death, there is the Force.

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