While the congregation is cleared of wrongdoing by claiming self-defense, Megan and another parishioner are shown relaxing on a beach in the Caribbean with the stolen money. Key Themes for a Paper
Monroe, a reformed Blutbad , goes undercover at the church to investigate Calvin.
The title and plot play on the biblical concept of the "Good Shepherd" (John 10:11), ironically casting a literal wolf as the shepherd of a literal flock of sheep. [S2E5] The Good Shepherd
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Below is an overview of the episode, which is the most prominent result for this specific season and episode combination. Summary of Grimm S2E5: "The Good Shepherd" While the congregation is cleared of wrongdoing by
Reverend Lance Calvin, a predatory Blutbad (wolf-like creature), leads a congregation of Seelengut (docile, sheep-like creatures). Calvin claims that a parishioner stole church funds, but Nick suspects the Reverend is manipulating his "flock".
The episode explores how a group of docile individuals can be manipulated by a charismatic leader, but also how they can turn into a violent collective when provoked. If you are writing a paper on this
It is revealed that Reverend Calvin and his assistant, Megan, killed two previous accountants to steal the money. After Megan discovers Calvin has been unfaithful, she exposes his crimes to the congregation. The normally peaceful Seelengut undergo a "herd mentality" transformation and mob Calvin, ultimately killing him.