Superhero Spirituality: 7 Life Lessons from Great Comic Book Teachers, Superhero Spirituality: 7 Life Lessons -- Beliefnet.com

Superhero Spirituality: 7 Life Lessons from Great Comic Book Teachers, Superhero Spirituality: 7 Life Lessons -- Beliefnet.com: "Forget what Tina Turner sang: We do need another hero. Several, actually, judging from this summer's roster of potential blockbusters. Beginning with 'Iron Man' (released May 2), Hollywood will unleash four heroic comic-book icons between now and July 19--not including 'Speed Racer' (which first roared to existence in Japanese manga) and 'Hancock' (a superhero in need of a good PR man).

Sure, these superhero flicks make for good popcorn fare. But lately, our on-screen champions have peddled more than cool costumes and CGI wizardry. They form a crucible for how the rest of us grapple with adversity, morality and faith.

Here's a rundown of Beliefnet's Super Seven--and what they teach us."