"Perhaps, if this crucible of which you speak is like the True Source," Moiraine tells him.

"The power that I channel is saidar. It is part of the One Power, drawn from the True Source, which is the very force of creation itself. The ability to channel and wield the power is inborn among those who become Aes Sedai, like myself, but the power itself is not. As one completes their training and is raised Aes Sedai, the amount which they can channel and hold may vary with their skill."