Ep 3. Poenitentia

Jax Teller is in turmoil. Wracked with guilt over his own actions and those of the SAMCRO club, he is seeking redemption. But his past keeps pulling him back into the cycle of violence that he has been trying to escape. This struggle is at the heart of Sons of Anarchy season 6 episode 3, "Poenitentia."

The episode begins with Jax in prison, serving time for a crime that he didn't commit. As he sits in his cell, he reflects on his life and the mistakes that he has made. He knows that he needs to make amends for the harm that he has caused, but he's not sure how to do it.

Meanwhile, Gemma is also wrestling with her own demons. She is haunted by the death of her son, which she caused by her own actions. She too is seeking redemption, but she's not sure where to begin.

As Jax and Gemma try to find their way forward, a new threat emerges in the form of a rival gang. This gang is led by a man named August Marks, who is determined to take over SAMCRO territory. Jax knows that he needs to do whatever it takes to protect his club and his family, but he's not sure if he's up to the task.

The tension between Jax and Gemma comes to a head when Jax finds out that Gemma lied to him about the circumstances surrounding his father's death. This betrayal sends Jax into a spiral of rage and self-destruction.

As Jax struggles to come to terms with his own guilt and his feelings towards Gemma, he must also deal with the threat from August Marks and his gang. This tension comes to a violent climax in the episode's final moments.

Sons of Anarchy season 6 episode 3 is a powerful exploration of guilt, redemption, and the cycle of violence. It is a testament to the strength of the show's writing and acting that these themes are explored so effectively. Whether you're a fan of the show or new to the world of SAMCRO, "Poenitentia" is an episode that is not to be missed.