Reza Aslan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 03, 1972 |
|---|---|
| Age | 53 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Reza Aslan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Author of 'Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth,' religious scholar, television host, and commentator on religion and society. |
Intro
Reza Aslan is an Iranian-American writer, religious scholar, professor, and television host. He is best known for his works on religion, particularly the books 'No god but God' and 'Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth.' Aslan is also recognized for his commentary on contemporary religious issues and for hosting television series on topics intersecting faith, society, and politics.
Early Life & Background
Reza Aslan was born in Tehran, Iran, in 1972. He and his family emigrated to the United States as political refugees following the Iranian Revolution. Aslan grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he developed an interest in religion from a young age.
Career Highlights
- Published the best-selling book 'No god but God: The Origins, Evolution, and Future of Islam' (2005).
- Authored 'Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth' (2013), which topped The New York Times Best Seller list.
- Professor of Creative Writing at the University of California, Riverside.
- Hosted CNN's 'Believer with Reza Aslan,' exploring religious practices around the world.
- Frequent commentator for major media outlets on issues of religion and society.
Trivia
- Converted to evangelical Christianity as a teenager before returning to Islam.
- Holds degrees from Santa Clara University, Harvard University (MTS in Theology), and the University of California, Santa Barbara (PhD in Sociology of Religions).
- Has contributed regular op-eds to The New York Times, The Washington Post, and other publications.
FAQs
People also ask
Reza Aslan is 53 years old.
Reza Aslan was born the 3 May 1972.
Tehran, Iran.
On His Birth-Day
About May 3rd, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: Leslie Harvey, a Scottish rock guitarist known for his work with the band Stone the Crows, died on May 3, 1972, after an accidental electrocution on stage. His death was a significant loss to the music community.
- Day of the week: May 3rd, 1972 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack
- #1 UK song: Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard
- Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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