‘Nova’ looks at biblical evidence
Tonight’s must-see
PBS’ “Nova: The Bible’s Buried Secrets,” 7-9 p.m., KSPS and KUID. Powerful forces – science, history and faith – link in this well-crafted documentary.
Historians have found little support for some Bible stories, including Joshua toppling the walls of Jericho. But others have drawn fresh support.
There are references to Israelites and a House of David, 1,000 years B.C. An excavation indicates a literate royal court of David and Solomon.
With rich photography and intelligent commentary, this pulls us into ancient times.
Tonight’s might-see
“Eli Stone,” 10:02 p.m., ABC. The new, idealistic law firm has quick financial problems. There’s even a mole, sending clients to the competition.
A fresh plan involves an experimental clinic, with medicinal marijuana for sick kids, including a billionaire’s son. Then Eli faces an ethical dilemma.
Other choices include
“Dancing With the Stars,” 8 and 9 p.m., ABC. First is a recap of performances. Then the field is trimmed to three.
“House,” 8 p.m., Fox. A parentless teen gets help from the team. Meanwhile, Foreman works on a case of his own.
“The IFC Media Project” debut, 8 p.m., IFC. On one level, this show asks important questions. With thousands of missing people, for instance, why does the media obsess on a few white women and girls? Still, this shares a common media fault: It’s strong on flash and fun, weak on specifics.
“Extreme Trains,” 10 p.m., History Channel. A super train rushes from the Los Angeles port to Dallas, helping bring goods to stores and unemployment to American workers. Matt Bown, the host, shouts a lot and seems terribly happy.
“The Mentalist,” 9 p.m., CBS. Patrick Jane suspects that a psychic is a killer. He’ll try to trap him by holding a seance.
“Shipwreck: Captain Kidd,” 9 p.m., National Geographic. In shallow water off a small island in the Dominican Republic, scientists study pieces of a ship that was apparently commanded by Captain Kidd. This “Expedition Week” special also follows his career, from respected privateer to hanged pirate.