Star Wars: Why The Idea Of "Gray Jedi" Is So Controversial

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The idea of a 'Gray Jedi' has proven very popular in the Star Wars fanbase, but the non-canon concept remains highly controversial nonetheless. Throughout Star Wars movies and TV shows, there have been a number of Jedi who haven't adhered entirely to the Jedi code. Such Jedi include Qui-Gon Jinn, who went against the Jedi Council time and again, and Quinlan Vos, who had a complex history with the light and dark side of the Force.

After Disney purchased the rights to Star Wars, this term was removed from the canon. Both the term and the decision to relegate the concept to Legends make sense. On the one hand, there are a number of Jedi who have a complicated relationship with the Jedi Order or specifically the Jedi Council, as was depicted throughout the prequel trilogy and the Clone Wars era more broadly. Because of this, it's understandable that the idea would come about.

Related 10 Star Wars Stories That Show The Jedi Order's Flaws The Jedi may have been presented as heroes in the Star Wars saga, but several stories rightly criticize the order by examining its flaws. "Qui-Gon's rebellious spirit doesn't mean he isn't a Jedi or that he doesn't agree with and follow the Jedi Order's morals."

&#x2715 Remove Ads Had the true definition of balance been the extinguishing of the dark, this dynamic would make no sense.

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