Tython

Tython is a fictional planet in the Star Wars universe, widely described as the cradle of the Jedi Order. In both Legends and Canon materials, it is portrayed as a remote world whose ancient temples and ruins were the early homes of Force users who sought harmony with the Force. The planet is often presented as a symbolic origin point for the Jedi and their philosophy, referenced as the place where the Jedi tradition began before spreading to other worlds.

Geography and features: Tython is depicted with rugged terrain, high plateaus, and mountain temples overlooking valleys. Its enduring landmarks are the temples and meditation platforms that served as centers for training and study of the Force. The ruins on Tython suggest a long, continuous tradition of spiritual practice that predates the rise of the Galactic Republic. The precise galactic location of Tython varies by source, but it is consistently treated as a distant, sacred site rather than a densely populated world.

History and influence: Early Force users on Tython formed the Je’daii Order, which over time evolved into the Jedi Order. The planet’s temples function as archives of ancient knowledge and as pilgrimage sites for Force-sensitive individuals. Stories from Tython emphasize themes of balance in the Force and the historical interplay between light and dark.

In media: Tython appears across Star Wars novels, comics, and games, used to explore the origins of the Jedi and to anchor narratives about Force training. Depictions differ between Legends and Canon, particularly in chronology and the planet’s role within broader galactic history.

See also: Jedi Order, Star Wars, High Republic.