Why Millions Touch This Prague Statue: The Legend of Saint John Nepomucene

Описание: John Nepomucene or John of Nepomuk is the most famous Czech saint recognized abroad. Known as the "martyr of the confessional", he was tortured and thrown into the Vltava River in 1393 by order of King Wenceslaus IV for refusing to break the seal of confession.

🔥 History, Legend, and Global Devotion
Though his story blends fact and legend, John of Nepomuk became a powerful symbol of conscience, loyalty, and resistance to tyranny, especially during the Counter-Reformation. Today, his statues stand on bridges across Europe and Latin America. The most famous one—on Charles Bridge in Prague—is touched by millions of tourists every year, seeking luck and connection to this legendary figure.

✅ Why was John of Nepomuk executed by the king?
✅ What made him a saint and symbol of moral courage?
✅ Why is he the most widely recognized Czech saint in the world?

Discover the powerful and mysterious story of Saint John of Nepomuk, whose silence echoed across centuries—in this Czech The History episode.
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