Utraquism is a theological belief that emphasizes the real presence of Christ in both the bread and wine during the sacrament of the Eucharist. This view holds that both elements are essential for the full experience of communion, reflecting the idea that Christ is present in each. The term is often associated with the Hussite movement in the 15th century, which advocated for the reception of both species by laypeople. Utraquism contrasts with other beliefs that may allow for communion in one form only, highlighting the importance of both elements in the celebration of the Christian sacrament.