This paper examines Coptic participation the 2011 Egyptian Revolution and how such involvement has impacted their marginalization today. The general discourse of the 2011 Egyptian revolution split society into two camps—revolutionary and proregime, erasing the nuances existing during this complicated time. In focusing on the Coptic community, I challenge this simple bifurcation of society and highlight the role of history and ingrained tradition in shaping political participation. Social movement provides the theoretical framework surrounding Coptic participation in the 18 days of the revolution. Specifically, I look at structural strain, collective active, and resource mobilization paradigms to understand events during the revolution? then, I view the postrevolution period from President Hosni Mubarak’s resignation to 2015 in relation to social and political liberalization. To see the manifestations of such theories, I analyze speeches by Coptic officials, Coptic revolutionaries, and government officials, as well as newsletters distributed by the clergy, data gathered by multiple think tanks, alternative and government supported news outlets, and pieces of legislation. One cannot accurately assess the impact of the revolution on Egypt without addressing the nuances in Egyptian society? for without mentioning these complexities, the research falls into the orientalist trap of homogenizing an entire society. Historically, Copts held a unique position within Egyptian society, and decontextualizing their role in current politics not only erases those experiences, but also prevents honest confrontation of the obstacles in creating a more democratic and inclusive Egypt.