Yoda: Master Kenobi, wait a moment. In your solitude on Tatooine, training I have for you. Obi-Wan Kenobi: Training? Yoda: An old friend has learned the path to immortality. One who has returned from the netherworld of the Force. Your old master. Obi-Wan Kenobi: Qui-Gon? Yoda: How to commune with him I will teach you.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote is from Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith (2005) (also known as Episode III). Produced by Lucasfilm, the film is a part of the Star Wars universe.
- Movie: Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith (2005)
- Movie Number: Episode III
- Production: Lucasfilm
Why we collected this quote
We included this quote because it gives the ending of the prequel trilogy a hopeful and emotional feeling after so much tragedy. The reveal that Qui-Gon discovered immortality through the Force is a pivotal moment that connects directly to the future of the Jedi. It is quiet, mysterious, and important for Obi-Wan’s character arc.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
After Order 66 and Anakin’s fall, Yoda tells Obi-Wan they still have work to do. He explains that Qui-Gon Jinn has learned how to retain consciousness after death and can teach Obi-Wan. The quote shows that even after devastating loss, the Jedi legacy is not completely gone.
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Fun facts & Trivia
This scene sets up how Obi-Wan, Yoda, and later Luke can communicate with Force ghosts in the original trilogy.
