The Many Names of Jesus Christ - Stories that Pre-Date The Bible

For those that do not know, there are many stories that pre-date The Bible that have nearly identical stories. I am going to briefly go through some of them to try and show that the idea of The Bible was not a new one. There were many stories written before that particular book with the same storyline. Should they be taken as truth, as well?

1. Dionysus- Born on the 25th of December as 'The Holy Child'. He was placed in a manger, like Jesus. He rode an 'ass' and preformed miracles. Dionysus was killed and eaten ritualistically. He was considered the “Only Begotten Son,” Savior,” “Redeemer,” “Sin Bearer,” Anointed One,” and the “Alpha and Omega.” He rose from the dead on March 25th.

2. Zoroaster/Zarathustra- Born of a virgin by 'immaculate conception by a ray of divine reason'. As a boy he astounded wise men with his wisdom and was baptized in a river. He taught about heaven and hell, and revealed mysteries, including resurrection, judgment, salvation and the apocalypse. He cast out demons and restored the sight of a blind man. Followers expected a “second coming” in the virgin-born Saoshynt or Savior, who is to come in 2341 AD and begin his ministry at age 30, ushering in a golden age.

3. Odysseus- Homeric tales about Odysseus emphasize his suffering life, just as in Mark Jesus said that he, too, would suffer greatly. Odysseus is a carpenter like Jesus, and he wants to return his home just as Jesus wants to be welcomed in his native home and later to God’s home in Jerusalem. Odysseus is plagued with unfaithful and dim-witted companions who display tragic flaws. They stupidly open a magic bag of wind while Odysseus sleeps and release terrible tempests which prevent their return home. These sailors are comparable to Jesus’ disciples, who disbelieve Jesus, ask foolish questions, and show general ignorance about everything. It’s amazing that either Odysseus or Jesus ever manage to accomplish anything, given the companions they have, but this simply demonstrates the power and ability of the one true leader who has a divine mandate to lead the people out of darkness and into a brighter future.

There are many more stories like these out there. I just wanted to give an example of some of them, but you get the idea. Again, I ask why these stories are not taken literally, while The Bible is? How can you believe that there is a supernatural being in a not so supernatural world? If you really think about it, it's non-sense. It's just not logical and down-right delusional. If you don't believe me, look for yourself. Make sure that what you are believing in is the truth. You do not have believe in this bullshit just because everyone else does. If you do continue to believe, even with the mountains of evidence there is to the contrary, please don't force it upon your kids. When they get old enough, let them decide what is right for them. Even though I am an Atheist I do not force my views on my daughter and I never will. Thanks for reading! Please visit The Atheist Goddess on Facebook and like! Leave your thoughts below, share and all that good shit.  

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