Five Myths about Jesus

In an article for the Washington Post, author Reza Aslan outlines five common myths about Jesus. He says in the article that “no historical figure is more deeply mired in legend and myth than Jesus of Nazareth.”

Aslan is the author the book, “Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth.”  He explains the truth behind each myth in his Post story.

1. Jesus was born in Bethlehem.
2. Jesus was an only child.
3. Jesus had 12 disciples.
4. Jesus had a trial before Pontius Pilate.
5. Jesus was buried in a tomb.