orthadox jedi

benedictveritas wrote: true ......i can find my own space ....

And there's absolutely nothin' that says you can't SHARE that space

The way I look at it, is my personal Temple is mine to build how I please. Sometimes it's in a jungle at the precipice of a huge water fall, sometimes it's surrounded by candles, sometimes it's dancing around a bonfire to the sound of drums, and sometimes it's nothing at all. I imagine myself in all these places. They are sacred to me. I don't invite people to them, instead I encourage them to build their own Temples Sometimes that DOES mean a physical place. My husband and I are moving soon. We will be looking for a home to rent with enough space to make a meditation room. That will be our physical Temple. But remember that you have the power to build one yourself, wherever you want to, however you want to, that you can take wherever you go, you only need to look for it

tzb wrote: In my opinion, the place of a Jedi is in the world, in the midst of things. Every Jedi should be his or her own Temple.

Well said tzb!

I see the draw of having a physical church. I know I wanted one to go to when I started as a Jedi. I remember the feeling of peace and power of the Christian church I grew up in and needed a place like that. It took me a long time to realize that I could create that kind of place myself. Both within me, and wherever I happened to be....I'm sure this isn't a unique idea, someone smarter has to have the 'theory' behind it. I wonder if this is something we can find and request to get added to the IP?

I'm really looking forward to making a meditation room

hmmm anywho it is just an idea ...i have a daughter to raise before id be able to devote the time id like to to it ...and by the end of that who knows i may be ready to build such a place

benedictveritas wrote: see this idea is for those who wish their everyday lives to be devoted to the jedi way and nothing else

My everyday life is out in the world. I serve as a Jedi in my every day life. You make it sound like you're the only one who does and the only one who has the "True" way to do that

But the thing about the Jedi "way" is it's both a way and a building block. It can be a stand-alone belief but it can also add some flavor to others. Take me for instance: I'm a Jedi, who is also Christian, who also follows some of the Shamanic ideas. Would I not 'fit' in your Monastery?

benedictveritas wrote: i can always find my own space ...i am at balance ....but in case there are those who are lost ..it would give them a place to turn ....one part homeless shelter two parts school one part church

That's a lot of parts!! Like I said, YOU are the one asking if there is room. Short answer: Yes. Long answer: be careful what you're getting into haha. If you're looking to build a physical place, I would recommend building a clear simple, and concise Mission Statement. "This Monastery will ____" and then follow up with "It will accomplish this mission by ____" The next thing you need is "This is what it will take to accomplish the mission"

You are looking for A) Is what you are doing needed where you want to do it (I know it's a face ) Is there any place that already does my core Mission Statement? (if yes: where can I help?) and C) Do I have the capabilities to do this? (Money, leadership, structure) if no: Where can I get this or where can I find the people to help?

Just something to think about

i see i will meditate on it ..........i just feel it is a calling the main goal would be a life of complete servitude to the greater good ...but i see your point thank you ....its just an idea and you would fit into my monestary whilst you may not chose to live there there are few who wouldnt so long as they are wanting to learn ...i am christian as well my freind

Build it and they will come.

You know, I was thinkin' (uh oh!) since you had some time before you wanted to do this, now would be a great chance to get some experience. Go volunteer in homeless shelters, schools, churches and the like. Get the experience in working at places like this. See about getting involved in some of the administrative side of things too! See what it takes to run these things. See how much money it takes to run these things.

So not only will you be spending your now doing good things, you'll be setting yourself up for success in your ultimate goal. And if you final goal changes, there's nothing wrong with that either

benedictveritas wrote: i see i will meditate on it ..........i just feel it is a calling the main goal would be a life of complete servitude to the greater good ...but i see your point thank you ....its just an idea and you would fit into my monestary whilst you may not chose to live there there are few who wouldnt so long as they are wanting to learn ...i am christian as well my freind

It's a noble goal, and I don't mean to poke holes in your dream, but if you don't invite reality over for the planing stage, he tends to barrel on in like the Kool-aid man at the worst of times haha. That and you seem to have a bit of a hard time making your intentions clear in you posting which leads to lots of assumptions and questions . So when you said " devoted to the jedi way and nothing else" to me that means: "The Jedi Way, and ONLY the Jedi Way." But for your Monastery, making a Mission Statement will help with that.

i can oft express myself verbally but not in writing .......its a weak point that i dont oft notice day to day ....and one of the many reasons that id love to meet my fellow jedi face to face

I see that you're hoping to gain two things from posting this kind of thread:

1. More people interested in the same thing you are. Which, I think is noble and I hope you succeed there! Are you on Facebook? We have a group or two you might be interested in. (to help grow your presence and also to help find people)

2. Acceptance. Which, I do not think is noble. I feel as though when people have been attacking your ideas (like I have, on purpose), you suddenly become defensive. That comes from a lack of surety on your part. Why respond to the negative comments at all? What do you hope to gain from people who care nothing about your endeavors?

no i dont need to be accepted i just hope to explain myself ....which i find hard to do in writing lol im a vocal person i feel as if i explained them better then i could foster more understanding ....im more angry at myself for failing to express the full concept

i asked for peoples input and was fully aware that others opinions may be different from my own and im ok with it thats why from what i see so far i love the totjo