Note 13
Qui-Gon,
Thank you for explaining to me more about the Sith and their origins. I now have a better understanding of them. Using such things as magic could not have been good either. Even if the Sith ways were forced on these primitive beings, it makes sense that the Dark Side would have embraced such ideas as the magic.
Yes, Senator Palpatine did say that…well according to Queen Amidala. Palpatine does seem to be good friends with Valorum. I don't know…but he seemed to be acting in what he thought was the best interest for Naboo…but I do wonder about his actions. It just seemed as if he were pushing it too much.
I have heard about the Senate meeting. Palpatine asked Queen Amidala to speak. As soon as she started talking about the Trade Federation's invasion, the Trade Federation interrupted, denying Naboo's claims. The Supreme Chancellor gave the floor back to the queen. She then went on to explain more about the details. The Senate wouldn't believe her! Can you believe that! They wanted to send a team to Naboo to make sure she wasn't lying…"to ascertain the truth." Can you believe that. They're treating the situation like it is some kind of committee. That makes me sick. Palpatine is right; the Senate IS corrupt. The Supreme Chancellor, after talking with the other people in the center, agreed to have an investigation team sent to Naboo.
The Queen knew something had to be done then, so she called for the vote of no confidence, just as Palpatine had suggested. Perhaps Palpatine saw through more of Valorum than the Queen could. He does have a good heart (Palpatine, I mean.) He was so encouraging to the Queen when she was running for Queen.
Okay, so the Council and the Master decide when a Padawan is ready. When do you think the Council will think Obi-Wan is ready for the trails? What exactly are the trials? I know they are some kind of tests for a Padawn to become a Jedi Knight, but what are they like? I have heard so much about them.
It is clear that we can do no more good here. The Queen wants to go back to Naboo to take back what is ours. The Senate is just acting like this is a committee problem, and they will take forever to take any action. Jar-Jar has told the Queen that the Gungans will not go down without a fight. They have a grand army. The Queen wants to use this army to distract the Trade Federation while the Queen and her team go into the Palace to capture the Viceroy (Nute Gunray). The specifics of the plans have not fallen into place yet. I will tell you more once I know what the Queen has decided.
I must go now. Palpatine and Panaka are approaching.
If the Queen travels back to Naboo, would it be possible for you and your apprentice to accompany us?
I am sure Shmi appreciates your protection of Anakin; in fact I know she does.
Bail Antilles of Alderaan, who, as I have said, has been corresponding with me, as well as Senator Palpatine have both been nominated to fill the Supreme Chancellor position. Either one would be a good choice. I'm sorry that Finis Valorum was voted out of office. I wish something else could have been done.
Thank you for assuring me you will talk with Obi-Wan about what you told me. He deserves to know that you believe he is ready for the trials. I hope it helps him feel better. I hope he accepts your words well, and realizes that you are honest and sincere, despite what it may look like to him. The Master and former Padawan relationship must be special.
Have you spoken with Valorum yet?
Be careful who you suggest the slave freeing to in the Senate. They do not seem to be concerned with others, as a whole.
No, certainly no human being can be pure solely relying on themselves. I agree that we are tainted. However, I believe that people can achieve purity much closer with God. There is still going to be faults, but with God at the center of something such as a love relationship, I believe the relationship would go much better, and the love would be closer to the perfect love. It's possible, but I am aware that not many people achieve this kind of love. I'm not saying it would be easy. Anything short of it would not be worth it.
Like I said before, the ability to resist temptation is not found within ourselves, but can be found in God. I also am aware that there are very, very few people in the galaxy who believe in and put their faith in God. I happen to, and therefore, this is my viewpoint.
What you have said about Naboo is correct. Our crime rate is very low. But even those that break the law…they may not feel it applies to them, or whatever, as you said, but deep down inside they have to know it's wrong. Even if they were never told it was wrong…lack of education, as you suggested, deep down inside they must know it is wrong. They may not recognize it as wrong, but somewhere, they know it.
I didn't think you were telling me not to believe such a thing was possible. I am aware that not everyone believes in the things I believe…but I believe in them, Master Jedi. I do think that people are missing out.
I know what you are saying, Master Jedi, but I too have a position. We differ on this. No, I don't believe that you are against everything I am saying, but I think you are against certain parts of it. Now we understand each other better. I also do not believe that your beliefs are opposite of mine. I was simply making a case for my position. I am sorry if you took what I said the wrong way.
I also agree that what most people in the galaxy understand as love is not the same thing as what I am talking about. It is a tiny glimpse of a part of love…a half truth. Fine…fine…I just hope that the Jedi Council recognizes that love can be viewed in another way, and that not everyone in the galaxy views it like so many other people do. I guess that's the point I was trying to make.
Anakin told me that the Council refused him. Why did they do this, Qui-Gon? Can't they understand that being a Jedi means so much to him? If it's so important that he be trained, how can he be trained now that they have denied him?
Again, thank you Master Jedi. Although I do not quite understand all that you have said about instinct, intuition, and the Force, I will take what you have said into consideration, and I will strive to use those gifts.
You have been most kind to me, and it appears as if we will part (if you should refuse to come with us back to Naboo), on good terms.
And I too agree. Just because someone can do something does not mean that they should. Agreed, Master Jedi.
Padmé