"Sins of the Father" is the fifth episode of the fourth season of the American drama television series Big Love.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.31 million household viewers and gained a 0.6/1 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
However, Barbara discovers that Margie (Ginnifer Goodwin) admitted to have true romantic feelings for Ben (Douglas Smith), straining their relationship.
As the Henricksons prepare to attend a party event at school, tensions arise between Barbara and Margie when the former accuses her of causing Ben to leave the house.
Seeing Barbara's stress, Tommy decides to take her to his sweat lodge, where he opens up about the death of his wife and children and how he moved on with his life.
Bill then leaves the casino and goes to the morgue, deciding to pay for the burial of a deceased Lost Boy who was condemned by Colburn.
"[4] Nick Catucci of Vulture wrote, "So, at what point does Bill pinch Christopher's nose shut, letting him choke to death, after their SUV goes off the road?
"[5] Allyssa Lee of Los Angeles Times wrote, "Can you believe we're already more than halfway through the season, Big Love fans?
"[6] TV Fanatic gave the episode a 4.5 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "Big Love makes us feel as if we are on a speeding train that is going over 450 mph - without brakes.
Massive developments flicker by in a second, barely registering before they make way for the next crisis, and because there are so many big events, there's no sense of pacing or focus.
"[8] David Petrarca submitted this episode for consideration for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series at the 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards.