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Biblical and Talmudic Medicine is a comprehensive translation of Julius Preuss's seminal 1911 work, Biblisch-Talmudische Medizin. This meticulously researched volume compiles and analyzes medical and hygienic references found within Jewish sacred, historical, and legal texts, offering readers an in-depth exploration of ancient medical practices as documented in the Bible and Talmud.
Preuss, a German physician and scholar (18611913), delves into topics such as disease etiology, anatomy, therapeutic methods, dietary laws, and public health measures, providing a window into the medical understanding of ancient Jewish communities. Fred Rosner's authoritative English translation preserves the scholarly rigor of the original, making this work accessible to a contemporary audience.
This volume serves as an invaluable resource for scholars of religious studies, medical historians, and anyone interested in the intersection of faith and medicine.
