Jan Hus Flashcards
Who was Jan Hus?
Jan Hus was a Czech theologian and philosopher who became the primary voice of the Bethlehem Chapel and a professor at Charles University.
What was Hus’ position on the importance of scripture?
Hus stressed the importance of the primacy of scripture and the importance of individual Christian access to sacred texts.
What was Hus’ role at the Bethlehem Chapel?
Hus was the primary voice of the Bethlehem Chapel, a place for vernacular preaching and an important center of the reform movement.
What did Hus stress the importance of in his preaching?
Hus stressed the importance of the primacy of scripture and the importance of individual Christian access to sacred texts.
What was Hus’ position on transubstantiation?
Hus rejected the doctrine of transubstantiation, which held that the bread and wine of the Eucharist were transformed into the literal body and blood of Christ.
How did Hus become involved with Queen Sophie?
Hus became the personal confessor to Queen Sophie, which gave him access to the royal court and increased his influence.
What language did Hus preach in?
Hus preached in the vernacular, which made his ideas accessible
