There are really two categories of power in Revenge of the Sith. There's the power of the Force—an immutable strength to manipulate elements and an ability to know things beyond your normal conception.
And then, there are your regular types of power—autonomy and the ability to make decisions and perform actions based on your own convictions. Anakin has a ton of one kind of power but not a whole lot of the other kind, which leads to some pretty disastrous complications.
Questions about Power
- What is the power that Anakin craves the most? Why?
- Chancellor Palpatine says that the Jedi teachings include "all those who gain power are afraid to lose it." But, is that more true for the Sith than for the Jedi? Why or why not?
- Is Anakin happy once he achieves so much power as Darth Vader?
- Which one is a bigger motivator for Anakin: power or fear?
Chew on This
When Anakin says that he wants more power, he is referring to the invincibility that comes with power in the Force.
When Anakin says that he wants more power, he is really referring to the power to make his own decisions and take control of his actions without having to always get permission first.