Juhana Hus by Emil August Almberg

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Author Almberg, Emil August, 1852-1929
Title Juhana Hus
Note Reading ease score: 27.2 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Juhana Hus" by Emil August Almberg is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and struggles of Juhana Hus, a Czech religious reformer, who faced persecution for his beliefs and advocacy for reform within the church. It delves into Hus's early life, his education, and the growing tensions between him and the established church authorities in Bohemia. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Juhana Hus, born in 1369 in a small town in South Bohemia. He grew up in poverty and studied at the University of Prague, where he developed a strong sense of social responsibility and a desire to uplift his people through education in their language. As he gained a following for his sermons advocating for reform, particularly the use of Czech in religious practices, he began to attract the ire of church officials. Tensions escalated as Hus opposed various corrupt practices within the church, leading to his eventual excommunication and martyrdom. The opening sets the stage for Hus's moral and spiritual journey, illustrating his unwavering commitment to his faith and principles against mounting opposition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Hus, Jan, 1369?-1415
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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