The Cosmic Force: The Energy Field That Powers Star Wars

Ben Kenobi, the wise Jedi Master, succinctly described the Force in his immortal words, 'The Force is what gives a Jedi his power. Itrsquo;s an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us and penetrates us. It binds the galaxy together.' But itrsquo;s not as straightforward as it may seem.

The Living Force and the Cosmic Force

Obi-Wan revealed that the Living Force, an energy field created by all living beings, is the principle that springs from and feeds the Cosmic Force, or the Will of the Force that binds everything together. The Living Force connects all living things and harmonizes their destinies, holding the universe in balance.

It is believed that the Living Force is already a part of the Cosmic Force. The Will of the Force communicates through the midi-chlorians, microscopic organisms essential for life, which Yoda visited on the homeworld of the midi-chlorians, specifically on the Wellspring of Life. This planet represents the foundation of all life in the universe.

The Origins of the Force

The Cosmic Force exists beyond the universe, transcending all life and having a semi-sentient Will and destiny for everything. It is the source that created the Wellspring of Life and with it, the first life: midi-chlorians. Through life, the Living Force arose and sustained all living things.

The Light/Dark duality arose within the Living Force, where darkness is a necessary part of the living beings, a balancing force that disrupts harmony with the Cosmic Force. The Living Force communicates the Will of the Force through the midi-chlorians to living beings and, through a personrsquo;s destiny, restores them to the Cosmic Force once they die.

The Will of the Force and Force Ghosts

Some beings dedicated themselves to the Will of the Force, becoming worthy of staying in the Living Force forever, maintaining their integrity of Will and consciousness. They are known as Force ghosts, such as Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon. This concept resonates deeply with various religious themes found in Star Wars, including Christianity, Buddhism, and Daoism, making the Force a unique and complex universe.

A Cosmic Mystery

Despite Lucasrsquo; desire to create something original that blends these traditions, the question remains: what is the source of the Cosmic Force? It is suggested that the Cosmic Force, with its eternal nature, transcends the concept of beginning and ending, existing beyond time and space.

In Star Wars, the Force is not merely a scientific concept but a profound philosophical and religious one, embodying the intricate interplay between life, consciousness, and the universe itself. Lucasrsquo; creation offers a rich tapestry of ideas, inviting viewers to ponder the nature of existence and the forces that shape it.