It’s risky to make historical comparisons. If we say, “This event is exactly the same as that event,” our comparison blinds us to the uniqueness of a historical moment. But if we say, “This event is in some ways like that event,” our comparison can help us see meaningful resonances and patterns of historical, theological, and spiritual significance.
I’ve heard a few folks offer comparisons regarding the amazing events that have unfolded in Egypt over the last few weeks, including the Tea Party (the original one in Boston, that is), the fall of the Iron Curtain, and the struggle against Apartheid. But I’ve been especially interested in comparisons to the Protestant Reformation.
