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Why Jesus Is Almost Always Shown With a Beard

The Bible never describes Jesus' appearance—so why is he almost always shown with long hair and a beard? The answer lies in early Christian art, Roman ideals, and theological symbolism.
The Resurrection of the Christ has cast Mariela Garriga, 36, as Mary Magdalene. But what did Mary really look like?
The origins of Rome have been debated for centuries but one tale has prevailed over the rest: twin brothers Romulus and Remus ...
For most, the appeal is simple: convenience. Not everyone can grow a beard they like the look of. “When guys are so far ...
Phillips, a 5-foot-7, 150-pound speedster, is now the state’s leading rusher with 1,558 yards. He has scored 11 of his team’s 21 touchdowns. And he still plays defense.