The Jedi are the guardians of peace and justice in the Star Wars galaxy. They are skilled warriors and masters of the Force, a mystical energy that binds all living things. Throughout the history of the Jedi Order, there have been many remarkable individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary feats of power, wisdom and courage. Some of them have faced the dark side of the Force and its agents, such as the Sith and the Empire, while others have contributed to the preservation and restoration of the Republic and the light side of the Force.
Top 10 Most Powerful Jedi
In this article, we will rank the top 10 most powerful Jedi of all time, based on their achievements, abilities and influence in the Star Wars universe. We will focus mainly on the canon sources, such as the movies, TV shows, comics and novels, but we will also mention some legends material for reference. This list is subjective and not definitive, so feel free to share your own opinions and preferences in the comments section.
10. Ahsoka Tano
Ahsoka Tano was a former Padawan of Anakin Skywalker who became a hero of the Clone Wars and a rebel leader against the Empire. She was a talented duelist who wielded two lightsabers, one green and one yellow, and later two white ones after leaving the Jedi Order. She was also proficient in various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, mind trick, Force push and Force vision.
Ahsoka was involved in many important battles and missions during the Clone Wars, such as rescuing Jabba the Hutt’s son, liberating Mandalore from Darth Maul’s rule, and discovering the existence of the Sith Lord Darth Sidious. She also survived Order 66, thanks to her former master’s warning, and went into hiding for years. She later resurfaced as Fulcrum, a secret agent who helped the fledgling rebellion against the Empire. She also mentored Ezra Bridger, a young Jedi in training, and fought against Darth Vader, her former master who had fallen to the dark side.
Ahsoka’s fate after the original trilogy is unknown, but she was last seen in Star Wars Rebels searching for Ezra in the Unknown Regions with Sabine Wren. She also appeared as a voice among other Jedi who encouraged Rey to rise against Palpatine in The Rise of Skywalker.
9. Qui-Gon Jinn
Qui-Gon Jinn was a wise and unconventional Jedi Master who trained Obi-Wan Kenobi and discovered Anakin Skywalker on Tatooine. He was a strong believer in the living Force, which guided him to follow his intuition rather than the strict rules of the Jedi Council. He was also one of the few Jedi who learned how to retain his consciousness after death as a Force ghost.
Qui-Gon was an expert swordsman who favored a green-bladed lightsaber with a curved hilt. He was able to hold his own against Darth Maul, a formidable Sith apprentice, in several occasions. He also possessed various Force skills, such as mind trick, Force speed, Force healing and animal friendship.
Qui-Gon’s most significant contribution to the Star Wars saga was finding Anakin Skywalker, whom he believed to be the Chosen One who would bring balance to the Force. He also convinced Obi-Wan to train Anakin as his Padawan after his death at the hands of Darth Maul on Naboo. Qui-Gon later appeared as a voice to Yoda and Obi-Wan, teaching them how to become one with the Force.
8. Mace Windu
Mace Windu was a respected and powerful Jedi Master who served as one of the leaders of the Jedi Council during the Clone Wars. He was a master of all seven forms of lightsaber combat, but he specialized in Form VII: Vaapad, which channeled his inner darkness into aggressive attacks. He wielded a purple-bladed lightsaber that signified his unique status among the Jedi.
Mace Windu was also adept at various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, shatterpoint (the ability to perceive weaknesses in objects or people), Force crush (the ability to crush objects or people with the Force) and Force lightning deflection (the ability to deflect or absorb Sith lightning). He was also skilled in diplomacy and strategy, leading many successful campaigns against the Separatists.
Mace Windu’s most notable achievement was confronting Darth Sidious in his office on Coruscant, along with three other Jedi Masters: Kit Fisto, Agen Kolar and Saesee Tiin. He managed to disarm and overpower the Sith Lord, but he was betrayed and killed by Anakin Skywalker, who intervened to save Sidious. His death marked the end of the Jedi Order and the rise of the Empire.
7. Obi-Wan Kenobi
Obi-Wan Kenobi was a legendary Jedi Master who trained Anakin Skywalker and Luke Skywalker, and played a vital role in the fate of the galaxy. He was a master of Form III: Soresu, which focused on defense and endurance. He wielded a blue-bladed lightsaber that he passed on to Luke. He was also proficient in various Force abilities, such as mind trick, Force push, Force healing and Force ghost.
Obi-Wan was a hero of the Clone Wars, fighting in many battles and duels against enemies such as General Grievous, Count Dooku and Darth Maul. He also discovered the truth about Darth Sidious and his manipulation of the Republic and the Jedi. He tried to stop his former Padawan, Anakin Skywalker, from falling to the dark side, but he failed and was forced to fight him on Mustafar. He left him for dead, but later learned that he had survived and became Darth Vader.
Obi-Wan went into exile on Tatooine, where he watched over Luke Skywalker, the son of Anakin and Padmé Amidala. He later became Luke’s mentor and taught him the ways of the Force. He sacrificed himself to allow Luke and his friends to escape from the Death Star, but he continued to guide Luke as a Force ghost.
6. Rey Skywalker
Rey Skywalker was a young scavenger from Jakku who became a powerful Jedi and the last hope of the Resistance against the First Order. She was a descendant of Palpatine, but she chose to reject her dark heritage and embrace the light side of the Force. She wielded a blue-bladed lightsaber that belonged to Anakin and Luke Skywalker, and later a yellow-bladed one that she built herself. She was also gifted in various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, mind trick, Force healing, Force bond (the ability to share a connection with another Force user) and Force lightning (which she accidentally used once).
Rey’s journey began when she met BB-8, a droid carrying a map to Luke Skywalker’s location. She joined forces with Finn, a former stormtrooper, and Han Solo, a smuggler and rebel hero, to deliver the map to the Resistance. Along the way, she discovered her affinity with the Force and faced Kylo Ren, the leader of the Knights of Ren and the grandson of Darth Vader. She also learned that Luke had gone into hiding after failing to train a new generation of Jedi.
Rey eventually found Luke on Ahch-To, where she persuaded him to train her as his apprentice. She also developed a complex relationship with Kylo Ren, who tried to lure her to the dark side. She resisted his offer and joined the Resistance in their fight against the First Order. She also confronted Palpatine, who had returned from the dead and revealed himself as her grandfather. She defeated him with the help of Kylo Ren, who redeemed himself and sacrificed his life for her. She then adopted the name Skywalker as a tribute to her mentors and friends.
5. Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader
Anakin Skywalker was a former slave from Tatooine who became one of the most powerful Jedi and Sith in history. He was the Chosen One who was prophesied to bring balance to the Force, but he was also seduced by the dark side and became Darth Vader, the enforcer of Emperor Palpatine. He wielded a blue-bladed lightsaber as a Jedi, and a red-bladed one as a Sith. He was also capable of various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, mind trick, Force choke (the ability to choke someone with the Force), Force lightning (which he could only use with his prosthetic limbs) and Force ghost (which he learned after his death).
Anakin’s story began when he was discovered by Qui-Gon Jinn on Tatooine. He was taken to Coruscant to be trained as a Jedi by Obi-Wan Kenobi. He soon proved himself as a prodigy in both lightsaber combat and piloting. He also fell in love with Padmé Amidala, a senator from Naboo, whom he secretly married.
Anakin fought in many battles during the Clone Wars, becoming a renowned general and hero. He also formed a close bond with his Padawan Ahsoka Tano, whom he later lost contact with after she left the Jedi Order. He also struggled with his inner conflict between his loyalty to the Jedi and his attachment to Padmé.
Anakin’s downfall came when he learned that Padmé was pregnant with his children and that she would die in childbirth. He was manipulated by Palpatine, who revealed himself as Darth Sidious and promised him that he could
save her life with the dark side of the Force. Anakin pledged himself to Sidious and became Darth Vader. He then betrayed and killed the Jedi, including the younglings in the Jedi Temple. He also fought Obi-Wan on Mustafar, where he was severely injured and burned. He was then fitted with a black suit and a mask that kept him alive and enhanced his strength.
Vader served as Palpatine’s right hand for decades, hunting down the surviving Jedi and crushing any resistance to the Empire. He also encountered his former Padawan Ahsoka, who survived Order 66 and became a rebel leader. He also learned that he had a son, Luke Skywalker, whom he tried to turn to the dark side. He eventually redeemed himself when he saved Luke from Palpatine’s wrath and killed his master, fulfilling his destiny as the Chosen One. He died in Luke’s arms, but his spirit joined Obi-Wan and Yoda as a Force ghost.
4. Yoda
Yoda was the oldest and wisest Jedi Master who ever lived. He was the leader of the Jedi Council and the Grand Master of the Jedi Order. He was a master of all seven forms of lightsaber combat, but he preferred Form IV: Ataru, which used acrobatic movements and speed. He wielded a green-bladed lightsaber that he rarely used, preferring to rely on his mastery of the Force. He was also adept at various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, mind trick, Force push, Force healing, Force ghost and Battle Meditation (the ability to influence the outcome of a battle with the Force).
Yoda trained many Jedi throughout his long life, such as Count Dooku, Mace Windu, Ki-Adi-Mundi and Luke Skywalker. He also fought in many wars and conflicts, such as the Great Sith War, the Mandalorian Wars, the New Sith Wars and the Clone Wars. He was one of the few Jedi who survived Order 66, thanks to a warning from his former Padawan Qui-Gon Jinn.
Yoda went into exile on Dagobah, where he lived in solitude for years. He later met Luke Skywalker, whom he trained as a Jedi. He also revealed to him that Darth Vader was his father and that he had a sister, Leia Organa. He died of old age at 900 years old, but he continued to guide Luke as a Force ghost.
3. Luke Skywalker
Luke Skywalker was the son of Anakin Skywalker and Padmé Amidala, and the twin brother of Leia Organa. He was a powerful Jedi Master who helped restore peace and justice to the galaxy after the fall of the Empire. He wielded a blue-bladed lightsaber that belonged to his father, and later a green-bladed one that he built himself. He was also proficient in various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, mind trick, Force push, Force healing, Force projection (the ability to create an illusion of oneself across great distances) and Force ghost.
Luke’s journey began when he received a message from Princess Leia asking for help from Obi-Wan Kenobi. He joined forces with Obi-Wan, Han Solo and Chewbacca to rescue Leia from the Death Star and deliver the plans of the superweapon to the Rebel Alliance. Along the way, he learned that he was sensitive to the Force and received some training from Obi-Wan.
Luke later trained with Yoda on Dagobah, where he learned more about the Force and his heritage. He also confronted Darth Vader several times, losing his hand in their first duel on Bespin and discovering that Vader was his father. He refused to join him or Palpatine on the dark side and managed to redeem his father with his compassion.
Luke later founded a new Jedi Order and trained a new generation of Jedi, including his nephew Ben Solo. However, Ben turned to the dark side and became Kylo Ren, destroying Luke’s academy and killing most of his students. Luke blamed himself for his failure and went into hiding on Ahch-To, where he cut himself off from the Force.
Luke was later found by Rey, who sought his guidance in her fight against Kylo Ren and the First Order. Luke initially refused to train her or help her cause, but he eventually changed his mind after reconnecting with Yoda’s spirit and Leia’s mind. He sacrificed himself to create a Force projection of himself on Crait, where he faced Kylo Ren and bought time for the Resistance to escape. He died peacefully on Ahch-To, becoming one with the Force.
2. Revan
Revan was a legendary Jedi Knight who lived during the Old Republic era. He was a hero of the Mandalorian Wars, but he also fell to the dark side and became a Sith Lord who waged war against the Republic. He wielded a purple-bladed lightsaber as a Jedi, and later a red-bladed one as a Sith. He was also skilled in various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, mind trick, Force lightning, Force drain (the ability to drain the life force of others) and Force storm (the ability to create a massive storm of Force energy).
Revan’s story began when he joined the Jedi Order and became a Padawan of Kreia. He soon proved himself as a brilliant strategist and a charismatic leader. He led a faction of Jedi who defied the Jedi Council and joined the Republic in their fight against the Mandalorians. He defeated the Mandalorian leader Mandalore the Ultimate and ended the war.
However, he also discovered a hidden Sith Empire in the Unknown Regions, led by the Sith Emperor Vitiate. He was captured and brainwashed by Vitiate, who turned him into his loyal servant. He then returned to the Republic as Darth Revan, along with his friend and apprentice Darth Malak. They amassed a huge army of Sith and loyalists and launched a devastating war against the Republic and the Jedi.
Revan was eventually betrayed by Malak, who fired on his ship and left him for dead. He was rescued by Bastila Shan, a Jedi who formed a Force bond with him. She erased his memories and brought him to the Jedi Council, who reprogrammed him as a loyal Republic soldier. He then embarked on a quest to find the Star Forge, a massive space station that was the source of Revan’s power.
Along the way, he regained his memories and learned his true identity. He then had to choose between returning to the dark side or redeeming himself on the light side. Depending on his choice, he either destroyed the Star Forge and Malak and became a hero of the Republic, or he conquered the Star Forge and Malak and became the new Dark Lord of the Sith.
Revan’s fate after that is unclear, but he later reappeared in the Jedi Civil War, where he fought against both the Republic and the Sith Empire. He was also involved in the Foundry Incident, where he tried to create an army of droids to wipe out all Sith. He was eventually defeated by a coalition of Republic and Imperial forces, but his spirit split into two halves: one light and one dark.
The light side of Revan’s spirit ascended to the Force, while the dark side remained in the physical world, seeking revenge against Vitiate. He was finally destroyed by another coalition of Republic and Imperial forces on Yavin 4, where he reconciled with his light side and became one again.
Revan is considered one of the most powerful and influential Jedi and Sith in history, as he shaped the fate of the galaxy for centuries to come.
1. Luke Skywalker (Legends)
Luke Skywalker from Legends is an alternate version of Luke Skywalker from canon, who followed a different path after Return of the Jedi. He was a powerful Jedi Grand Master who rebuilt the Jedi Order and defended the galaxy from many threats, such as the Yuuzhan Vong, Darth Caedus and Abeloth. He wielded a green-bladed lightsaber that he built himself, as well as other lightsabers that he acquired over time. He was also proficient in various Force abilities, such as telekinesis, mind trick, Force push, Force healing, Force projection, Force storm, shatterpoint, Battle Meditation and Fold Space (the ability to teleport objects or people through space).
Luke’s journey continued after he redeemed his father and helped defeat Palpatine and Vader. He trained Leia as a Jedi Knight and married Mara Jade, a former Emperor’s Hand who became his partner and ally. He also had a son named Ben Skywalker, whom he trained as a Jedi.
Luke founded a new Jedi Order that was more flexible and diverse than the old one. He trained many Jedi Knights and Masters, such as Kyle Katarn, Corran Horn, Kyp Durron and Jaina Solo. He also faced many enemies and challenges, such as Thrawn, Joruus C’baoth, Exar Kun’s spirit, Lumiya’s Sith Order, Palpatine’s clones, Nom Anor’s Praetorite Vong cult, Darth Krayt’s One Sith Empire and Abeloth’s Lost Tribe of Sith.
Luke also learned many secrets of the Force from various sources, such as ancient holocrons, Force-sensitive species like the Aing-Tii and the Fallanassi, and even Sith Lords like Darth Bane and Darth Krayt. He became one of the most knowledgeable and experienced Jedi in history.
Luke was widely regarded as the most powerful Jedi ever lived by many people in the galaxy. He was also respected and feared by his enemies, who considered him a formidable opponent. He was also loved by his friends and family, who admired his courage and compassion.
Luke Skywalker from Legends is our pick for the most powerful Jedi of all time.
Conclusion
The Jedi are among the most fascinating
and influential characters in the Star Wars universe. They have shown us the power and beauty of the Force, as well as the dangers and temptations of the dark side. They have also inspired us with their heroism and wisdom, as well as their flaws and mistakes.
In this article, we have ranked the top 10 most powerful Jedi of all time, based on our own criteria and opinions. We have considered their achievements, abilities and influence in the Star Wars saga, as well as their popularity and legacy among fans. We have also tried to balance the canon and legends sources, as well as the different eras and media of Star Wars.
Of course, this list is not definitive or objective, and you may disagree with some of our choices or rankings. You may also have your own favorite Jedi that we did not include or mention. That is perfectly fine, as Star Wars is a rich and diverse universe that can accommodate different perspectives and preferences.
We hope that you enjoyed reading this article and that you learned something new or interesting about the Jedi. We also invite you to share your own thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. May the Force be with you!
Most Asked Questions and Answers
Q: Who is the strongest Jedi in Star Wars?
A: There is no definitive answer to this question, as different Jedi have different strengths and weaknesses, and their power may vary depending on the situation and the opponent. However, some of the candidates for the strongest Jedi are Luke Skywalker, Yoda, Revan, Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader and Rey Skywalker.
Q: Who is the weakest Jedi in Star Wars?
A: Again, there is no definitive answer to this question, as different Jedi have different levels of skill and experience, and their weakness may depend on the context and the challenge. However, some of the candidates for the weakest Jedi are Jar Jar Binks (who was briefly a Jedi in a comic), Coleman Trebor (who was killed by Jango Fett in seconds), Depa Billaba (who was driven insane by the dark side) and Pong Krell (who betrayed the Republic and was executed by his own troops).
Q: Who is the oldest Jedi in Star Wars?
A: The oldest Jedi in Star Wars is Yoda, who lived for 900 years. He was also one of the oldest members of his species, which had a long lifespan. He died of old age on Dagobah, but his spirit continued to exist in the Force.
Q: Who is the youngest Jedi in Star Wars?
A: The youngest Jedi in Star Wars is Grogu, also known as Baby Yoda or The Child. He was 50 years old during The Mandalorian, but he was still a toddler by his species’ standards. He was also one of the few survivors of Order 66, having been rescued by a Jedi from the Jedi Temple. He later met Din Djarin, a Mandalorian bounty hunter who became his protector and friend. He also showed signs of Force sensitivity and potential.
Q: Who is the first Jedi in Star Wars?
A: The first Jedi in Star Wars is unknown, as there are conflicting accounts and legends about the origin of the Jedi Order. However, some of the possible candidates are The Prime Jedi (the founder of the first Jedi Temple on Ahch-To), The Ones (a family of powerful Force users who lived on Mortis), The Bendu (a mysterious being who claimed to be the one in the middle between the light and the dark), The Je’daii (the predecessors of the Jedi who lived on Tython) and The Dai Bendu (the ancient monks who studied the Tho Yor pyramids).
Q: Who is the last Jedi in Star Wars?
A: The last Jedi in Star Wars is Rey Skywalker, who became a powerful Jedi and defeated Palpatine and his Sith Eternal army. She was also a descendant of Palpatine, but she chose to reject her dark heritage and embrace her adoptive family name. She wielded a yellow-bladed lightsaber that she built herself. She also inherited the legacy and spirit of all the previous Jedi who came before her.
Q: How many Jedi are there in Star Wars?
A: The number of Jedi in Star Wars varies depending on the era and source. However, some estimates are:
- At its peak during the Republic era, there were around 10,000 Jedi in Star Wars.
- After Order 66, there were only a few hundred Jedi survivors in Star Wars.
- After Luke Skywalker’s death, there were only two known Jedi in Star Wars: Rey Skywalker and Grogu.
Q: How do you become a Jedi in Star Wars?
A: To become a Jedi in Star Wars, you need to be sensitive to the Force, which is a rare genetic trait that allows you to manipulate a mystical energy that binds all living things. You also need to be trained by a Jedi Master, who will teach you the ways of the Force and the lightsaber. You also need to follow the Jedi Code, which is a set of rules and principles that guide the Jedi in their actions and decisions. You also need to pass various trials and tests that will prove your skill and readiness to become a Jedi.
Q: What are the Jedi ranks in Star Wars?
A: The Jedi ranks in Star Wars are:
- Youngling: A child who is sensitive to the Force and is taken to the Jedi Temple for training.
- Padawan: A student who is assigned to a Jedi Knight or Master for personal training and mentoring.
- Jedi Knight: A full-fledged member of the Jedi Order who has passed the Jedi Trials and can take on missions and assignments.
- Jedi Master: A senior and respected member of the Jedi Order who has shown exceptional skill and wisdom and can train Padawans and lead other Jedi.
- Jedi Grand Master: The leader of the Jedi Order and the head of the Jedi Council, who is elected by their peers and has the final say in all matters concerning the Jedi.
Q: What are the Jedi colors in Star Wars?
A: The Jedi colors in Star Wars are:
- Blue: The most common color for Jedi lightsabers, which signifies courage, justice and protection.
- Green: The second most common color for Jedi lightsabers, which signifies wisdom, harmony and growth.
- Yellow: A rare color for Jedi lightsabers, which signifies balance, loyalty and service.
- Purple: A very rare color for Jedi lightsabers, which signifies uniqueness, independence and inner conflict.
- White: A unique color for Jedi lightsabers, which signifies purity, redemption and detachment.
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