The Big Bang Theory Christian Review
The Big Bang Theory has created a place of its own in the minds of television viewers through its out-of-the-box wit and unique flavorful portrayal of the lives of genius physicists. The backdrops of events are diffused in Pasadena, California. It focuses on the lives of Sheldon Cooper and Leonard Hofstadter. They are not only best friends but also colleagues and roommates. Their world of scientific theories and academic pursuits is flipped when aspiring actress from Omaha, Penny moves in across the hall.
Relationships and Morality Explored
Amongst the things that makes “The Big Bang Theory” stand out is its portrayal of relationships. Leonard, one of the main characters, is immediately smitten with Penny, and their journey to work through feelings for one another become a huge plot line. The way the characters interact with one another makes one stop and think about how they will relate to another on screen. This show is a comedy, and often the situations are heightened to achieve a laugh. But at times, some of this lends itself toward themes that do not focus on Christianity. The characters and particularly Sheldon may show a kind of selfishness or lack of tact that will get themselves as well as their circle of friends in misunderstandings and conflicts.
Ethics and Self-Actualization
The show also touches on some ethical choices though lightly. The character’s being intellectuals find themselves in situations where their moral center is put on scrutiny. From a Christian point of view, it is fascinating to observe how most of these predicaments are conquered-actually sidestepped-for the sake of being comical. Sheldon, with his rigid timetables and eccentricities, is a special case, nonetheless. His responses to other people, truly amusing at times, sometimes can also illustrate patterns of human conduct that may not speak of the gentleness and tact connected with the qualities of a Christian.
Humor and Values
Humor is a big part of the popularity of “The Big Bang Theory“. Jokes range from highly intellectual humor to obvious slapstick comedy, thus reaching a Brethren audience from highly intellectual viewers to less-intellectual audiences. However, some of the humor might touch on themes that can be considered inappropriate or contrary to Christian values. Finally, audiences should discriminately view the show, realizing that with all the lighthearted humor buffered with some self-improvement lessons and on friendship, some of its views or contents are definitely Contrary to what Christians would embraced.
Positive Content and Themes
There are wrong moves in the show, but it also consists of some positive aspects. The friendship is one of the core themes and loyalty among the main characters is commendable. They help each other to face various uphill tasks showing the viewers the essence of friendship and togetherness. It also touches, at times on deeper issues of personal development and acceptance, which can cut a deeper and span a greater understanding from the viewers to personal understandings and discussions.
Conclusion
It is about entertainment in the sitcom format and comic relief, but it also provokes thought regarding relationships, ethics and personal growth. What of the Christian viewer then? As a show, “The Big Bang Theory” is best viewed with discernment and awareness of several shortcomings in terms of upholding Christian values. While not always subtle in its moral message, a number of scenes are entertaining and at times even provoking where it thoughtfully details life and the complexities of human relationships. All in all, each viewer would have to decide how they shake hands with what’s being fed on the dish and how much values-balance is developed on their part while deciding how they choose to be entertained.
