Bernard of Hoyos was an 18th-century Spanish Jesuit priest and mystic who lived from 1711 to 1735. Born in Torrelobatón, he pursued theological studies in Valladolid and was ordained at a young age. He is primarily remembered for his intense spiritual experiences and his efforts to promote devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus throughout Spain. Following his early death from typhus, his life and spiritual visions became the foundation for his eventual recognition within the Catholic Church.