A Jedi Reformation?

EP. 215Reason, progress, change, negotiating with institutional authority: these are largely the legacy of the Protestant Reformation, the decisive schism that divided and forged modern Western Europe in the 16th century. As a product of Western Civilization as well, Star Wars often looks to these ideals and their historical roots. David Lindlehof even made this explicit when he described the major influence of the film he was going to make, set after the events of the Sequel Trilogy. This week we examine that possibility, with the help of a thoughtful article, and consider if the Reformation would work as a model of Rey’s rebuilt Jedi Order.You can watch our episodes live every Monday at 5:30 PM PT, 8:30 PM ET at https://www.youtube.com/@Starwarsunderworld/streams Hosted by Matthew Neugebauer https://instagram.com/mneug1138 Joel Davis https://jid20234.bsky.socialBluesky: https://eyeoncanon.bsky.socialStar Wars Underworld Podcast Networkhttps://www.instagram.com/theswu/ “The New Jedi Order Should Not Be Inspired By The Protestant Reformation” by Harrison Edgar: https://www.cultureslate.com/editorials/the-new-jedi-order-should-not-be-inspired-by-the-protestant-reformationJoin us on Discord!  https://discord.gg/xhbXgRuuGxAudible 30-Day Free Trial  https://amzn.to/3cfeebq