John Hus

John Hus was a Czech religious reformer in the early 15th century, known for criticizing the Catholic Church’s corruption and advocating for greater church purity and scripture-based beliefs. Inspired by earlier reformers like John Wycliffe, Hus challenged practices such as indulgences and promoted the idea that the Bible should be accessible to everyone. His ideas sparked religious debates and unrest, leading to his martyrdom in 1415 when he was burned at the stake for heresy. Hus is considered a precursor to the Protestant Reformation, significantly influencing religious reform movements in Europe.