Ben Kenobi: Tell me, young Luke… what brings you out this far?
Luke Skywalker: This little droid. I think he’s searching for his former master… but I’ve never seen such devotion in a droid before. He claims to be the property… of an Obi-Wan Kenobi. Is he a relative of yours? Do you know who he’s talking about?
Ben Kenobi: Obi-Wan Kenobi? Obi-Wan. Now, that’s a name I’ve not heard in a long time. A long time.
Luke Skywalker: I think my uncle knows him. He said he was dead.
Ben Kenobi: Oh, he’s not dead. Not yet.
Luke Skywalker: You know him?
Ben Kenobi: Well, of course I know him. He’s me. I haven’t gone by the name of Obi-Wan… since, oh, before you were born.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote is from Star Wars: A New Hope (1977) (also known as Episode IV). Produced by Lucasfilm, the film is a part of the Star Wars universe.
- Movie: Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)
- Movie Number: Episode IV
- Production: Lucasfilm
Why we collected this quote
We love this quote because it’s Obi-Wan’s iconic way of introducing himself! It’s the perfect transition from “crazy old hermit Ben” to the legendary Jedi Master.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
After saving Luke from Sand People, “Ben” Kenobi hears about the message for Obi-Wan. He reveals his true identity in a humble and slightly mysterious way, showing Luke that he’s not dead, just hiding until he was needed.
Fun facts & Trivia
The meme: The image of Ben Kenobi uttering this line and pointing to himself became a fun way to react about things that can be said about oneself. Usually it is a way to anwer the question starting with “Do you know someone who…”
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