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In reply to the discussion: Superman's An Immigrant? Director James Gunn Faces Right-Wing Backlash For Claim [View all]underpants
(195,455 posts)Superman is Jewish. Ill add the AI overview below (which is accurate). He drops in the middle of Kansas, cant let anyone know what he is, and feels like he has to be better-always. He has to show that hes of good character (truth and justice).
While Superman himself isn't explicitly Jewish in the comics, his creation and backstory are deeply influenced by the Jewish heritage of his creators, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.
Here's why many see Superman as a Jewish allegory:
Jewish creators: Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, who created Superman, were both Jewish and sons of immigrants from Eastern Europe fleeing antisemitism. Their experiences likely shaped many aspects of the character.
Immigrant narrative: Superman's story of being sent from a dying world (Krypton) to a new land (Earth) and assimilating while retaining his true identity resonates with the immigrant experience, particularly that of Jewish immigrants to the United States. His alter-ego, Clark Kent, hiding his true identity can be seen as mirroring the assimilation process.
Biblical parallels:
Moses: Superman's origin story of being sent away in a vessel to escape destruction before being raised by another family is reminiscent of the story of Moses.
Samson: His immense strength and fighting for justice echo the biblical figure of Samson.