Did You Know Jesus Was A Stand User In JoJo's Bizarre Adventure?

Jesus and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure are connected in a really surprising way. In Steel Ball Run, the seventh part of the JoJo series, Jesus plays a huge role in the story, even though his name is never directly spoken. It might sound crazy, but if you know JoJo, then you already expect things to get weird.

We've seen everything from vampire masks to time-stopping punches. But nothing shocked us more than the idea that Jesus was basically a Stand user in Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. In Steel Ball Run, the story uses heavy Christian imagery and references to build this mysterious and powerful figure. If you pay attention, it becomes clear that Araki (the creator) is referencing Jesus in a big way.

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The Saint’s Corpse And Stand Powers

In Steel Ball Run, there's a holy relic called the Saint’s Corpse. It’s a collection of body parts, like a heart, eyes, arms, and spine, believed to be from a divine figure. The characters never say it straight out, but the story and symbols make it obvious: these remains belong to Jesus Christ.

These relics are said to grant divine powers to those who collect them. In JoJo's language, that means gaining a Stand. For example, Johnny Joestar, the main character, gets his Stand, Tusk, after being connected to the Corpse. It shows that the Corpse holds some deep, almost god-like energy, and that’s what makes it so important to the story.

Jesus Appears In Steel Ball Run

There’s actually a moment in Steel Ball Run where Jesus himself appears to Johnny Joestar. He gives Johnny advice and guides him spiritually, which helps Johnny move forward both in battle and in his personal journey. He looks just like the classic image of Jesus — long hair, kind face, peaceful vibe. That moment is presented in a calm, powerful way.

What makes it even more interesting is that Jesus here is treated like someone who understands the Stand world. He doesn’t just give emotional support; he talks about fate, purpose, and the Corpse’s power like a true JoJo character (maybe he'll hit an iconic JoJo pose too). It’s like Jesus is a Stand user himself, or maybe even the first Stand user ever. It’s one of the wildest but most fascinating twists in JoJo's history.

Release Year	MAL Rating	Animation Studio	Genre	Watch On
October 2012	7.87	David Production	Action, Adventure	Netflix

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