Hagiographic Materia Medica

Homœopathic Links 2018; 31: 005-008 DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1637756The medieval practice of invoking the intercession of particular Saints bears a fundamental similarity to the principles of homeopathy. The Golden Legend ‘Lives of the Saints’ is akin to our Materia Medica. Some remedy pictures connect to a Saint's story and understanding that story helps in understanding the remedy. [...] Thieme Medical and Scientific Publishers Private Ltd. Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text
Source: Homoeopathic Links - Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Tags: Philosophy and Discussion Source Type: research