Ep 19. House vs. God
- TV14
- April 25, 2006
- 43 min
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8.5 (3,525)
In House season 2 episode 19, titled "House vs. God," the team is tasked with diagnosing a young nun who has lost her faith after experiencing what she believes to be a miracle. House, however, is skeptical of the alleged miracle and becomes determined to prove that there is a medical explanation for the nun's condition.
As the team works to uncover the truth behind the nun's illness, House's skepticism leads him to clash with the patient's religious beliefs, causing tension amongst the group. Meanwhile, Wilson becomes intrigued by the nun's spiritual beliefs and begins to question his own faith.
Throughout the episode, House's cynical and logical approach to medicine is juxtaposed with the nun's unyielding faith in the divine. As the diagnosis becomes more complicated, House is forced to confront his own beliefs and consider the possibility that there may be forces beyond his understanding at work.
"House vs. God" is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection of faith and medicine, with powerful and emotional performances from the cast. The episode challenges viewers to consider their own beliefs and the limits of science when it comes to matters of faith.