[jQuery] Assigning a var to a jquery object?

[jQuery] Assigning a var to a jquery object?


Example:
var jElement = $("#"+element).attr("id");
alert(jElement.attr('id'));
This doesn't appear to work like this. Anyone know of the right way,
or if there is a way to do this?
Also, has anyone considered setting up a discussion forum for jQuery?
I'm considering it...