Jan Hus
Definition
Jan Hus was a Czech theologian and religious reformer in the 15th century. He criticized the corruption within the Catholic Church and advocated for moral reform and religious simplification.
Analogy
Think of Jan Hus as a whistleblower in a large corporation. Just like a whistleblower exposes unethical practices within an organization, Hus exposed the corruption within the Catholic Church, advocating for change.
Related terms
Hussite Wars: These were series of wars fought between Hussites (followers of Jan Hus) and various European monarchs who sought to enforce the authority of the Catholic Church.
Heretic: This term refers to someone who goes against established beliefs or doctrines, particularly in a religious context. In his time, Jan Hus was considered a heretic by the Catholic Church.
Council of Constance: This was a 15th-century ecclesiastical council recognized by the Catholic Church. It's significant because it's where Jan Hus was declared a heretic and subsequently executed.
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