Today, there are many beliefs, philosophies and practices that defines "Jedi" a little differently from the other. “Jedi” itself is fractured and divided. Even to this day splinter groups with their own unique perspective are still a common occurrence. One that is likely to never fade entirely. No matter the differences. There are at least some universally agreed upon standards that makes one a Jedi. Such standards are commonly similar to the list below:
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 may not be the same across the board, you will at least find these standards hidden within the spirit of all. Including those that call themselves “Grey”
Therefore, the only true way of understanding “What is Jedi?” is by taking the time to research, study and learn through the participation of the Jedi Community as a whole. Visiting more than one group, talking to more than one Jedi, and trying more than one training system.
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