Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Season 1 Episode 20

Ep 20. In the Hands of the Prophets

  • TVPG
  • June 20, 1993
  • 45 min
  • 7.7  (2,291)

In the Hands of the Prophets is the 20th episode of the first season of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. The episode takes place on the space station Deep Space 9 and centers around the arrival of Vedek Winn, a Bajoran religious leader, and her opposition to a school that has been established on the station. The school is run by Keiko O'Brien, the wife of Chief Miles O'Brien, and is meant to serve Bajoran and Federation children.

Vedek Winn believes that the school is a threat to Bajoran culture and religious values. She argues that the school's curriculum, which includes science and history taught from a secular perspective, is contrary to the teachings of the Prophets, the religious figures worshipped by the Bajoran people. The Vedek is supported by a group of Bajoran extremists who share her views.

As tensions rise between the school and the Vedek, Commander Sisko and Major Kira are tasked with maintaining order on the station. They attempt to negotiate a compromise between the two sides, but Vedek Winn remains unwilling to compromise. She insists that the school must be shut down in order to preserve Bajoran culture and religious values.

Meanwhile, Chief O'Brien becomes increasingly concerned about the safety of his wife and students in the face of the growing threat from the extremists. He tries to persuade Keiko to leave the station, but she refuses to abandon her work and the children under her care.

In the Hands of the Prophets is a thought-provoking exploration of the tension between religious beliefs and academic freedom. It raises important questions about how we reconcile our beliefs with the pursuit of knowledge and the need for education. The episode also examines the dangers of extremism and the importance of dialogue and compromise in resolving conflicts. As tensions escalate on the station, the characters are forced to confront their own values and beliefs in order to find a way forward. The result is a powerful and thought-provoking episode that remains a fan favorite to this day.

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  • First Aired
    June 20, 1993
  • Content Rating
    TVPG
  • Runtime
    45 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (2,291)