There are so many similarities between them; it's hard to say which is superior.
Both were spirited away as infants from places where they were in danger. Likewise, both died and were resurrected.
Both involve stories about sacrificing one's personal life for the good of humanity.
Both have clearly recognizable symbols known worldwide: the big "S" is Superman's thing; the crucifix is all Jesus.
Both have incredible, near godlike powers they fortunately used for good instead of evil.
Both have an archenemy: Lex Luther is Superman's headache and Satan the Devil gives Jesus fits.
Both are known in any part of the planet. Go anywhere—from Uzbekistan to Botswana—and you'll find any person you ask will know who they both are. Millions of people over seven decades have followed the exploits of Superman via comic books and movies; people have followed or even foolishly worshipped Jesus over several centuries via television, private schools, and literature such as the Bible.
2006-08-30 11:35:20 · 18 answers · asked by Big D 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
However, there are differences between the Man of Steel and the Prodigal Son, believe it or not.
While Jesus was from Heaven/Earth, Superman is technically an illegal immigrant, an alien sent here from Krypton. Remarkably, especially in this day of strong anti-immigrant sentiment, Superman enjoys and has enjoyed a popularity not seen since, well, Jesus himself!
Another difference is appearance: the clean-shaven Superman—with good hair and healthy, muscular body—wears a fancy blue costume with beautiful red cape or a nice suit as alter ego Clark Kent; the skinny Jesus—with long, perhaps unhygienic beard and oily, almost scraggly hair—wore the traditional dirty garb worn in his day.
Jesus has no real weakness (besides the soft spot he holds for his imperfect humans); Superman's worst enemy is clearly kryptonite, which renders him practically useless to man and Lois Lane alike!
So, who's the clear winner? The Son of Krypton or the self-proclaimed Son of God? Or is it a draw?
2006-08-30 11:36:37 · update #1
Further reading to help you cast your vote:
http://www.supermanhomepage.com/news.php
http://www.nobeliefs.com/exist.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesus_%28disambiguation%29
2006-08-30 11:51:40 · update #2
superman wins.....jesus never had Lois Lane
2006-08-30 11:38:11 · answer #1 · answered by staci m 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Boy Oh Boy, what did it take for you to come up with this one and How Long ??? You are making fun and mocking the religious status of our Lord and Savior , Jesus Christ. How in the World would you even compare the two ? Evidently , all you think about is foolishly worshipping Jesus. Well I don't like to call anyone a fool, but you fall into the catagory, tremendously. There are no similarities between Jesus and Superman. I suggest that you go get your Parents Bible. The King James version is Great. Hopefully, your parents have one. You are no doubt a non believer. But yet you sound like your very interested in Jesus. Don't make fun of our Lord and Savior. In the 3rd Chapter of John, verse 16 it read: For God So Loved the World, That He Gave His Only Begotten Son, and Whosoever Believeth in Me, Shall not Parish, but Have Everlasting Life. So what in tarnation, do you have to Loose ??? There is a God and He is the Holy Father to Jesus Christ. Take care and may God bless you and yours , Always.
2006-08-30 11:53:46 · answer #2 · answered by Norskeyenta 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I love your question. I think if Superman had more time under his belt it would be a draw. L Ron Hubbard started HIS own religion and that seems to be taking off!!!
2006-08-30 11:40:27 · answer #3 · answered by shermynewstart 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, superman was actually intended to be Christ figure (lots of book, comic, and film heros are). It seems the concept of chosen one saving the day sells lots of tickets and popcorn.
2006-08-30 11:55:41 · answer #4 · answered by daisyk 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Amen! Funnily sufficient, i grow to be surfing in a e book place formerly, and observed some books approximately indignant gods, and others approximately human beings human beings sacrificing individuals. the 1st lot have been in delusion, the 2d in Horror. have been given me questioning the place the Bible may be filed in a international that did no longer take the claims of people who think of it is 'genuine' heavily...
2016-10-01 02:41:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are you talking about! Superman is not fiction! That jesus guy though, he doesnt have any credible witnesses.
2006-08-30 11:40:58 · answer #6 · answered by abcdefghijk 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Jesus can walk on water and cure the sick soooo he gets my vote....
superman is still pretty awsome
2006-08-30 11:38:16 · answer #7 · answered by *only~wishful~thinking* 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're the better fictional character, Big D
2006-09-03 03:10:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus is superman.
2006-08-30 11:39:47 · answer #9 · answered by CLM 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eyewitness Historians have made references of Jesus more than Pilate, the roman Governor...didn't you know?
2006-08-30 11:42:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋