I recently watched the film Zeitgeist, the first part of which discusses the mythology progression from Ra (Horus) 3,000 B.C. to Jesus and how most religions have essentially the same Sun God and Jesus is no exception. This short film on religion can be seen here in 3 parts.
I've been doing some research lately and haven't found everything mentioned in the film (maybe it's not all accurate), but it still offers a very intriguing idea. Basically, the point is that Jesus is really the latest in a long line of Sun Gods who all share similar traits: Born of a virgin on December 25th (right after the Winter Solstice), dead for 3 days and resurrected (like the Sun during the Solstice), many many similar nicknames (Lamb of God and Alpha and Omega for instance), the ages certain life events took place, the disciples, the miracles, the Ages, etc...
Also mentioned is that most of the mythology surrounding each God is based almost entirely on the constellations, the Astrological calender and the seasons. An interesting example would be the 3 Kings equated to Orion's Belt following the brightest Star (Sirius) to point directly at the rising sun after the Winter Solstice. Also, the Jesus fish representing the Age of Pisces that Jesus has become the Sun God for.
The film mentions some things I don't believe also, like Jesus having never existed. I believe Jesus did exist and his tale just got blown out of proportion.
Anyway, really provocative video, post your responses and let's see what's accurate and what's not
Maybe we should just worship th Sun on Sunday...