Ahsoka Tano: So it’s okay when you don’t follow what the Council says!
Anakin Skywalker: Doing what the Jedi Council says, that’s one thing; how we go about doing it, that’s another.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote comes from a TV series ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’. The scene where this moment comes from is in Season 1 Episode 2, with the title of ‘Rising Malevolence’ (1×02). The series is part of the Star Wars universe, set between the prequel movies Episode II and III. The series The Clone Wars is produced by Lucasfilm and currently distributed on Disney+.
- TV Series: Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)
- Season: 1
- Episode: 2
- Episode Name: Rising Malevolence
- Production: Lucasfilm (Disney+)
Why we collected this quote
This is a fascinating glimpse into Anakin’s personal philosophy. We love it because it shows his willingness to follow the “spirit” of the law while completely disregarding the “letter” of it.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
Ahsoka questions Anakin’s decision to ignore the Council’s orders. Anakin explains that while the Council sets the goals, he believes the “how” is up to the commander on the ground, justifying his frequent deviations from his instructions.
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