Just entertainment or a reflection of culture?
By John L. Rothra | September 6, 2010 | Science and Bible | 
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Popular television programs "Bones" and "House" feature science-based characters who reject the concept of God or much that is metaphysical.
Like millions of other viewers, I enjoy Fox’s television programs “House” and “Bones.” Each program is based around the lives of characters who place much value in the realm of science and reason. As a result, they reject the concept of a deity or higher power since it cannot be proven to exist. In fact, metaphysical things are often rejected or mocked by both Gregory House and Temperance “Bones” Brennan. Writers have included in each show characters with religious beliefs, or at least the willingness to acknowledge some form of a supernatural force.
It is interesting, though, that between the two, Dr. House is probably both the most antagonistic while also the most open to the idea of God. Fans may disagree, citing his constant mockery of God and often repeated metaphysical reasons for his denial (despite also rejecting metaphysics). However, when confronted with the unexplainable except for the work of a divine being, House often begins to ponder the idea. However, he ultimately settles on his preconceived rejection of God. In contrast, Brennan always returns to reason, logic, and scientific study for her agnosticism. She does not behave antagonistically, but calmly offers justification for her views. This does not make her views any more correct, just less hostile.
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