Father Huismans is a fictional character from the novel "The Last Temptation of Christ" by Nikos Kazantzakis. He is depicted as a priest who grapples with the complexities of faith and doubt, serving as a spiritual guide to the protagonist, Jesus Christ. His character embodies the struggles of religious belief and the human experience. In the story, Father Huismans represents the conflict between spiritual devotion and earthly desires. His interactions with Jesus highlight the challenges of adhering to religious principles while facing personal temptations. Through his character, the novel explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the nature of divinity.