Accept Quote by Jan Hus
“I, Master John Hus, in chains and in prison, now standing on the shore of this present life and expecting on the morrow a dreadful death, which will, I hope, purge away my sins, find no heresy in myself, and accept with all my heart any truth whatsoever that is worthy of belief.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon, Council of Constance, 1415
Facing imprisonment and death, Hus seeks spiritual purification, rejecting heresy, and embraces any truth worthy of belief with humility.
In simple terms: He hopes death will cleanse sins and accept truth.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth and humility even in suffering.
Themes
faith
persecution
redemption
truth
humility
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
theological
historical
When to use this quote
- religious oppression
- personal crisis
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
spiritual resilience
martyrdom
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you willing to accept despite fear?
- How does confronting mortality shape your values?
A Different Perspective
Even in dire circumstances, hope for spiritual cleansing may be idealistic.
