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The idea of “Rank” came out for two different reasons. The first reason is actually not quite what some may expect. During the founding years of internet use, the most common form of communication for Jedi was the use of “Forums” We did not have social media and blog’s were very rudimentary We had very basic, standard forum platforms which allowed the Administrator to control who accessed which parts of the forum. As such, study material was provided to members from a beginning to advanced structure. “Ranks” were used to show that you advance from a “step one” lesson to a “step two” which then opened up different parts of the forum. This  leads us into the Second reason. Ranks is a common practice both in ancient time’s and in modern day practice. You will find examples of Rank at school, at work, in many community programs, the military, the church and of course. It sounds really cool in fictional and mythological stories! Since “Ranks” were b...

We actually get this question a lot. From new members to the community as well as from interviewers such as but not limited to: Student Projects, news reporters and documentary directors.... What is the difference? This question is often asked because (While not a requirement)  it is not unheard of for Jediists t o wear Jedi robes, train with toy lightsabers, and adopt fictional references such as   “May The Force Be With You” into their practices or chosen social behavior amongst each other. You will find these practices at Jedi Gatherings for Knighting Ceremonies or Weddings and in cases like the Chicago Jedi who attend Con’s, flash mobs, workshop’s and charitable events in full jedi like attire in order to participate in their local communities and also to get the word out that they are there. There are also  Individual member who found a deeper meanings to wearing the jedi robe’s for practice s like meditations and ceremonies or perso...

The common practice to become or be a “Jedi” was based around a lifestyle choice to better oneself.  By studying subjects commonly following the “Mind” “Body” & “Spirit” structure in which members developed practices that touched on these aspects of an individual’s everyday life. The Mind so that a jedi could learn to communicate, think critically and mediate tough situations. The Body so that we could be healthy both in common health and in physical practices that got you up out of your chair and moving actively.   And... course... The Spirit . Learning meditation, the force, and understanding the self through the reading of philosophy. These members called themselves “Jedi Realists” because it was their goal to enrich their lives by improving their potentials like “Jedi” in star wars did. Jediism :  After the founding years of members using the internet to connect with each other and share like interest’s that correlated with the Star Wars p...

Today, there are many beliefs, philosophies and practices that defines "Jedi" a little differently from the other. “Jedi” itself is fractured and divided and even to this day splinter groups are still a common occurrence. One that is likely to never fade entirely.    No matter the differences. There are universally agreed upon standards that makes one a Jedi. A Jedi of today are not in any way associated with the Fiction of Star Wars A Jedi accepts the title as a natural part of who and what they are A Jedi upholds to a set of morally accepted codes (Key Stone’s - as defined by Just Jedi) A Jedi believes in The Force as a form of energy A Jedi trains in some fashion or another A Jedi agrees that all Jediist’s and/or Realist goes through some form of awakening/journey How these standards are applied is up to the group and/or individual that set’s forth to share what they practice. While the appearance, wording, layout and/or structure m...

CAMILLE DAVID · SUNDAY, APRIL 22, 2018 *Picture of Portage Lake taken by Mindas Ar’ran yesterday during motorcycle ride* ----------- It was requested that I write something up for Just Jedi concerning Earth Day as a community wide effort in recognizing our planet earth. I'll be honest...I don't really celebrate it, or any of these side holidays on a calendar. Earth Day to me is kind of like how Christmas has become...a commercialized excuse to get people buying there spring products and pretend for one day that people actually care about the earth. The thing is. The planet earth should be taking center stage at every day of our lives...not just "Earth Day." And thus the question here today is, how? How do we - as Jedi - take action to supporting and helping the home that we have all been born and raised within? Here are some ideas that are quite commonly well known no matter what label you call yourself, yet just as important to practice. A...

The Keeper 2018 Jedi In Family A common misconception is that Jedi are not allowed to get married and have families. To give up all forms of attachments. This is thanks to the movies and a few games, books, comics…. What most don’t quite add up is that Star Wars is a very vast and wide ranged universe. There is much more to it than just the famous movies on theater screens - but years and years of development both in the efforts of numerous authors, and in the universe itself. The time of “No Attachments” and “No Families/Relationships” was just a minor era in a series of many generations.   There are many examples in fiction of Jedi with families. Even during The Old Republic such things were not impossible, just harder to get approved by the Jedi Council such was the case of Jedi Council Member Ki-Adi-Mundi. "Due to the low ratio of males to females, Mundi's duty to his species was taken into account and he was permitted to remain wedded to his wife and honor wive...

The Keeper 2018 Jedi In Religion While Jediism & Jedi Realism is it’s own unique and diverse lifestyle. It is open to the many cultural differences of it’s members. Members from all walks of life participate in the community and many still hold true to the roots they came from. Some are christians, buddhists, pagans, taoists and so on. Some are from the military, some from family oriented homes and others from a rough background. No matter where it’s members come from - Jediism & Jedi Realism realizes the strength in our diversity and welcomes it into our discussions and lessons. We do not seek to change them, merely add to what they already have. To bolster and strengthen what they already know. And to open the doors to new ideas and possibilities. After all. The Jedi from the Star Wars fiction that inspired much of the Communities early begginings was drawn from the many resources and knowledge of real world religions and philosophies. George Lucas says this about T...

The Keeper 2018 Common Jedi Rank's Jedi Ranks has been apart of Jediism/Jedi Realist history since it was suggested in role playing and fictional novels. These ideas of Ranks were then carried over into Forum structuring which was an integrated and necessary part of Forum use. In order to protect members from bots and trolls or to hide study material progression - ranks were used to access restricted areas based on one’s study, practice and participation within the group. ----------------- Example being : A New Member is expected to complete a brief survey and structured list of materials before they can view and access the “Initiates” forum categories. -------- This started a traditional trend that has held within the Jedi Community since. While many of the Jedi Groups, Churches, Temples and Chapters will have their own unique ranking structure and standards to gaining said ranks. A common ranking  trend is as follows. Initiate Initiate Level is commonly a begi...

The Keeper What Is ‘The Community?’ “The Community” is a shorthand phrase for the “Jedi Community” often spoken by Jediism/Realist  members who attend and participate in more than one Jediism/Realist groups. There are usually two types of practitioners. Those who remain loyal and dedicated to just one group, chapter, temple.  And those who participate in many of the main and/or uncommon groups. It is in the second trend of members who will commonly refer to ‘The Community’ in an effort to unify and represent the whole of the Jediism and Jedi Realist efforts rather than singling out just one as an all around representation of beliefs. Example: The Community History Vs Temple of the Jedi Order History TOTJO is a large group and has been around for a long time. It could in some ways be considered its own type of community. But is not what people are referring too when referencing “The Jedi community” or “The community” Here at Just Jedi we encourage our memb...

The Keeper 2018 What Is The Difference To Cos-players? We actually get this question a lot. From new members to the community as well as from interviewers of the media, news reporters, documentaries.... What is the difference? This question is often asked because (While not a requirement)  it is not unheard of for Jediists to wear Jedi robes, train with toy lightsabers, and adopt fictional references into their doctrines and beliefs. You will find these practices at Jedi Gatherings for Knighting Ceremonies or Weddings. Within certain offline Chapter Groups for group representation and or advertisement, or even the individual member who found deeper meanings to wearing the robe for practices like meditations and ceremonies or personal comfort. (after all, they really are quite comfortable to wear!) Due to the incoherent nature within the Jedi Community concerning the use of jedi attire. Outside viewers who are unaware of our practice question and wonder when they see...

The Keeper 2018 Jediism vs Realism Years back in the early year 2000. The Jedi community experienced a divide in beliefs and direction. The common practice being based around a lifestyle choice to better oneself and train hard in the things that supported our “Betterment” subjects such as the “Mind” “Body” & “Spirit” and developing practices that touched on these aspects of an individual’s everyday life. The mind so that a jedi could learn to communicate, think critically and mediate tough situations. The Body so that we could be healthy both in common health and in physical practices that got you up out of your chair and moving actively and of course, the Spirit. Learning meditation, the force, and understanding the self through the reading of philosophy. These members called themselves “Jedi Realists” because it was their goal to separate from the fictional ideas of the Star Wars Jedi, and do things for real. Other’s sought to add to the above ideas and practice by making...

The Keeper 2018 What is Jedi? Today, there are many beliefs, philosophies and practices that defines "Jedi" a little differently from the other. “Jedi” itself is fractured and divided and even to this day splinter groups are still a common occurrence. One that is likely to never fade entirely.   No matter the differences. There are universally agreed upon standards that makes one a Jedi. A Jedi of today are not in any way associated with the Fiction of Star Wars A Jedi accepts the title as a natural part of who and what they are A Jedi upholds to a set of morally accepted codes (Key Stone’s - as defined by Just Jedi) A Jedi believes in The Force as a form of energy A Jedi trains in some fashion or another A Jedi agrees that all Jediist’s and/or Realist goes through some form of awakening/journey How these standards are applied is up to the group and/or individual that set’s forth to share what they practice. While the appearance, wording, layout and/or struct...

Congratulations!! If you stuck with us this far, then this is well earned! Good Work! Please keep in mind that Just Jedi has no instructors or pointing system in which to observe or judge you by. This you must do yourself. Did you do all of the suggested Journal Entries? Maybe even some if not all of the bonus material? Have you learned something from this? If the answer is yes, then we encourage you to pat yourself on the back, go get yourself a nice treat just for you and if you have a printer, we have a certificate! --> Printable Document <--

The Keeper 2018 Let Us Recap! We sure covered a lot on this course! Let us recap. Each Key Stone chapter is listed and linked below in the order of suggested study. Naturally, you are free to study out of order if you desire. But before we call an end to this course let us do a couple more things Journal Entry * Look back at all your work and the subjects that inspired them.  Add in any extra notes if you think of any last minute thoughts during your review. * Go back to when you began your very own first Key Stone and refine it as needed! Key Stone Index Study on 'Key Stones' Fiction to Belief - Jedi Code - Jedi Behavior - Skywalker Code - 3 pillars Heros Journey Community Doctrine Beginnings -  21 Maxims -  33 Teachings -  The Doctrine of the Temple of the Jedi Order -  The Jedi Circle Extended Documents -  Jedi Jewel -  The Jedi Way -  The Great Jedi Holocron -  The Jedi Compass -  There is alway...