| Aren’t there some striking parallels between the Jesus and Quirinus stories? |
| Not much is known about Quirinus, a god worshipped by the Sabines, people who lived north-east of Rome. He was believed to wear a beard, and have clothing that was semi-military in style. He had a festival, the Quirinalia, which was celebrated on February 17th. I haven't seen any parallels between him and Jesus. Some critics claim he was born of a virgin, but this claim does not exist in any writings. |