We encourage adherents to train both physically AND spiritually, for their own personal edification and to enhance their knowledge and abilities in the Struggle. “George Lucas borrowed the aesthetic of uniforms from North African tribesman and the Sufi brotherhood (which is a style said to still be worn by Saharan inhabitants of the Maghreb) and, though it’s not been confirmed, there were claims that the filmmaker spoke with members of the ‘Habibiyyah Sufi Order’ in Berkeley, CA, as research for the film.” (via ) “In an article released by a prominent Sufi Muslim order, ‘jeddi’ is mentioned by name and a definition that looks and sounds familiar to the Jedi Order of Star Wars and how the Force is viewed by them: ‘ We are, at our core, a Movement of Jeddi Sufi masters of Futuwwat (“the Way of the mystic-warrior”). The Jedi- arguably the most well-known creation of Star Wars- had their ideology and design heavily inspired by Buddhist and Muslim beliefs, and were even named after an Arabic word, Al-Jeddi, meaning “master of the mystic warrior way.” These pieces of culture were appropriated by George Lucas while doing research for his movies. And Western Asian too, now that I think about it. Star Wars is fueled by SEA, SA, and Eastern Asian cultures. As said by a prominent Star Wars blog and activist on Tumblr, “Star Wars would be nothing without nonwhite cultures, absolutely nothing. The influence of nonwhite cultures on Star Wars cannot be ignored nor overstated when talking about the franchise in any capacity. Everything from the most well-known pieces of the universe to the obscure details included only in old cartoons and comics contains an insidious racism that will often be overlooked by white fans but is glaringly obvious to fans of color. However, the majority of its audience, even devoted fans, are unaware of (if they do not participate in) the racism that is woven into the story and fanbase surrounding Star Wars. Star Wars is a cultural juggernaut that has permeated a majority of American media since it premiered in 1977, and it continues to do so today. ![]() The Star Wars logo: instantly recognizable, beautifully designed.
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