The Naming of Jedi
By Elizabeth Durack
An intriguing new revelation from Joseph Campbell about Qui-Gon's name and why being a Jinn cements his place in the mythology of the Star Wars saga.

You can dress a Jedi up...
By Stacey Lee
The clothes make the (wo)man, but if you want to be a Jedi, first you'll have to make the clothes!  Helpful advice from a fan costumer.

Musical Analysis of Qui-Gon's Theme
By Taish
Yes, he does have theme music.  Listen to it, and read about what it means and why.

Storyboarding With Iain McCaig
As told to Stacey Lee & Elizabeth Durack
Star Wars concept artist Iain McCaig, who has played a major role in the look of all three Star Wars Prequels, shows us (and you!) how he storyboards a movie, with his helpful illustrations. This is perennially one of the most popular pages on Qui-gonline because students and film professionals use it for reference. Iain himself sends people here.

The Jedi as Ninja
By Lyta Alexander
George Lucas says he based the Jedi on the Samurai warriors of ancient Japan, but perhaps they have more in common with the Ninja.

The Hero's Journey in Two Classic Stories
By Stacey Lee
Comparison of JRR Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings and Star Wars based on Joseph Campbell's The Hero With a Thousand Faces.

The Living Force
By Qui-Gon Jinn; translated by Elizabeth Durack
An article written by Master Jinn for the Jedi Temple Newsletter; see also this letter from Master Depa Billaba, editor of the Newsletter, regarding the piece and this translation.

Eastern Thought, Monotheism, and the Force
By Shytei Shen
Many elements of Star Wars are drawn from existing world religions.  Does Star Wars pinpoint some of the things that make them all the same?

Qui-Gon's Future
By Elizabeth Durack
Some facts and "educated speculation" about Qui-Gon's continuing role in the prequels. I think this article was written about a year after Episode I's release. Written prior to Episode II, but reasonably accurate.

Training to be a Terran Jedi
By Astra
You too can be a Jedi!  According to many people, the Force is for real... from a certain point of view.

Guided Meditation: Jedi Temple
By Astra
Take a relaxing trip to the Temple to meet Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan.

Sites for Star Wars Sights in the Bay Area
By Elizabeth Durack & Derek Smith
Episode 1 concept artists based many features of the worlds of Star Wars on the sights of the San Francisco Bay Area.  See for yourself!

The Pure Vessel: A Character Analysis of Qui-Gon Jinn
By Dedalus (Paul)
A collection of interesting observations about Qui-Gon, including correlations between The Phantom Menace and the Grail legend, Nietzsche, Joseph Campbell, and more.

Symbiosis 101
By Dedalus (Paul)
Symbiotic relationships and circles occur all through Episode I.  Here's a rundown on their significance.

Destiny, Free Will, and Balancing the Force
By Dedalus (Paul)
Exploration of destiny within the Star Wars universe, most specifically Anakin Skywalker's destiny and its implications.

Gone, but not forgotten
By Elizabeth Durack
Obi-Wan seems to have forgotten Qui-Gon in Star Wars: A New Hope.  But Obi-Wan may have kept a significant memento of his old master.

Character Traits Survey
By Elizabeth Durack
Results and analysis of a survey that compares fans' perceptions of the way Qui-Gon Jinn is portrayed in fan fiction and in the movie.

"Your hormones are clouding your judgment, Mistress."
By Elizabeth Durack
Well, are they?  Is Qui-Gon really a bad Jedi?  Are we delusional?

The Enchanted Duplicator
By Walt Willis & Bob Shaw
Never doubt that fandom itself is a hero's journey!  This fantastic, timeless allegory a la The Pilgrims Progress was written 50 years ago.  Follow Jophan as he leaves the Country of Mundane and meets perilous adventures in his quest to become a True Fan and find the Magic Mimeograph which will enable him to produce the Perfect Fanzine.
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