What I have taught with my lips I now seal with my blood.
Jan HusRead
I hope, by God's grace, that I am truly a Christian, not deviating from the faith, and that I would rather suffer the penalty of a terrible death than wish to affirm anything outside of the faith or transgress the commandments of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep commitment to faith and the willingness to endure suffering for one's beliefs.
In this quote, Jan Hus conveys his unwavering dedication to Christianity, emphasizing that he values his faith above all else, including his own life. He suggests that true adherence to the teachings of Jesus Christ requires a moral fortitude that allows one to withstand persecution and maintain beliefs even in the face of death, highlighting the profound sacrifices that can accompany deep religious conviction.
Themes
FaithSufferingCommitmentChristianitySacrifice
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the depths of faith, this quote could inspire congregants to reflect on their own beliefs.
More from Jan Hus
All quotes →I entreat masters to live a good life and faithfully to instruct their scholars, especially that they may love God and learn to give themselves to knowledge, in order to promote His honour, the welfare of the state, and their own salvation, but not for the sake of avarice or the praise of man.
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