“Destiny” is an episode which explores the ideas of prophecy and faith – and how, when considering the significance of such concepts, interpretation means everything. What makes the episode work so well is a compelling plot focused around characters with long, detailed histories. The payoff is legitimate – even if it does feel like it is spoon-fed to the viewer. Ultimately, though, the episode is more valuable for its explorations than its conclusions. On that level, the back-and-forth debate about how one ought to interpret anything that purports to tell us something about ourselves – our identity, our past, or our future – is compelling.

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Topics: Sci-Fi, TV Reviews
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