Is he Christ? Is he Moses? Superman’s religious and ethical undertones add to his mystique

Fans celebrate Superman Day on Friday , marking the 87th anniversary of the original superhero’s birth.

Over eight decades , Superman has been viewed as a divine entity, a saviour figure.

James Gunn's film Superman ’ promises a return to a version of a vulnerable Man of Steel rooted in values espoused by most faiths.

Superman has cemented his place in pop culture not just as a beacon of hope, but also as a character relatable to many, regardless of race or ethnicity.

“Invincible,” a comic turned television series from Robert Kincaid , author of the “Walking Dead , features a Superman -like character who turns out to be an alien invader bent on conquest.

In Superman ’s Kryptonian name, Kal-El , chosen by his original Jewish creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster , in Hebrew connotes God.

Superman ’s appeal to those growing religiously unaffiliated remains strong.

Professor of religious studies: Superman”s story “truly encapsulates American civil religion” “He actually goes beyond religion to see our commonalities,” says atheist.

Superman wouldn’t care about people’s religious beliefs. He would care more about whether they are living up to their human potential.”.