Not really. Superman and Jesus have very different roles and significance. Superman is a fictional superhero with his own set of powers and storylines, while Jesus is a religious figure with profound spiritual and religious meanings.
They often have strong visual elements. Since they are comics, the illustrations play a huge role. For example, in 'The Manga Bible', the characters are drawn in a way that is both recognizable from the traditional descriptions in the Bible and appealing to the modern eye. The use of color can also add to the mood, like warm colors for positive or holy scenes related to Jesus.
Well, Jesus in 'American Gods' is part of the diverse pantheon of gods. He is a significant figure as the novel delves into how different religious beliefs, including Christianity which he represents, interact with the new America that is filled with a melting pot of various cultures and their associated gods. His character helps to show the power dynamics and the struggle for belief and worship among all these different divine entities.
In the 'American Gods' novel, Jesus is one of the many deities. He's presented in a way that blends the traditional religious figure with the unique, often irreverent, take on gods in the story. His presence shows how different religious and mythological figures co - exist and interact in the complex world of the novel.