Missionary or Mercenary... - Jan Theuninck, 2017

missionnaire ou mercenaire...
Миссионерская или Наемник ...
Missionario o Mercenario...
Missionar oder Söldner...

The French-American Foundation
https://www.monde-diplomatique.fr/2016/11/QUATREPOINT/56762

Omelia domenica 4 febbraio 2018 : Chiesa Santa Teresa Benedetta della Croce, Roveleto, Piacenza https://www.parrocchiaroveleto.it/?p=13953

Jan Theuninck, a Belgian painter and poet born in 1954, is best described as a missionary in the context of his work. His art and poetry are driven by social and political convictions, focusing on themes like pacifism, anti-colonialism, and human rights. Sources highlight his commitment to addressing injustices, such as the Holocaust and modern slavery, suggesting a purpose-driven approach rather than one motivated by financial gain. For example, his mission is described as contributing to the "liberation of the modern proletariat," aligning with the characteristics of a missionary who prioritizes meaning over money.

There’s no evidence indicating a mercenary mindset, where financial reward or short-term gain would be the primary driver. His work reflects a strategic, long-term commitment to societal impact, consistent with the missionary archetype