Comic Book Heroes In Time For Hanukkah

It's the eighth night of Hanukkah, and as the holiday comes to a close, ComicsAlliance contributor Eric Drumm shares some of his favorite (and less-than-favorite) fellow Jews from the comic book world, mostly based on his stylized bad-to-the-bone factor. From the heroic to the villainous to the completely obscure, there's a little something for everyone. Continue reading for a look at a few of comics' most celebrated potential celebrators of the Festival of Lights.

Here is an entry from the article:
The Thing

The rock hard Hebrew known as the Thing actually has a long history of kicking it Hanukkah style. Sure, he punches out aliens, but he has been shown quite a few times stopping into schul when he can. Perhaps the most devout practicing Jew in the funny books, Big Ben waves his talis with pride. Legend has it the Thing's Judaism was an homage to his very Jewish and very talented creator, Jack Kirby.

Comic Book Heroes In Time For Hanukkah

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