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The Way of the Leaf
The Tuatha’an, and the Da’shain Aiel before them, were sworn to follow the Way of the Leaf. Those sworn to the Way of the Leaf are a pacifistic group, pledging to do no violence. They believe that violence harms not only the victim, but the person who harms the victim. The Way of the Leaf also means taking what must come, and the leaf is an example: "For the leaf lives its appointed time and does not struggle against the wind that carries it away. The leaf does no harm, and finally falls to nourish new leaves." Those sworn to the Way of the Leaf pledge not do violence, but are willing to accept if it comes upon them. Some born to the Way of the Leaf have trouble accepting this lifestyle. For the most part, though, those who follow the Way of the Leaf are happy and at peace with themselves. Many find it difficult to see how anyone could follow the Way of the Leaf in a world filled with violence and troubles, but these people find it hard to believe people would choose to live any other way. Despite the difficulties involved, it easy to envy those who follow the Way of the Leaf for the simplicity and peace with which they live their lives.
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