In which the 3Ds contemplate the role of monastics in space. From Dr. Who to Stargate, monk variants are almost ubiquitous in sci-fi — usually resembling Catholic or Eastern Mystic traditions. And they almost always gain special powers through their faith. Of course, we talk Jedi, too; they’re the low-hanging fruit, which doesn’t stop us from figuring out that these Force-monks led to their own downfall. The good news for geeks: doctrine maintains that Christians are resident aliens, wherever they live…a thought that makes us feel right at home!
Episode 22 – Space Monks
