Medicine of The Prophet

“Medicine of the Prophet, authored by the renowned theologian Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya (d. 751AH/1350AD) in the fourteenth century, blends religious and medical insights from Islamic teachings. It offers guidance on preserving and restoring health, drawing wisdom from the Qur’an and the Prophet’s sayings. Ibn Qayyim’s work, part of Zad al-Ma’ad, serves as a valuable source on the customs, herbal remedies, and medical practices of that time. This concise yet comprehensive English translation includes all verified hadith references, making it an authoritative compendium of Islamic medicine. Notably, it sheds light on how Muslims in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries perceived health, sickness, and cures while exemplifying how to follow the Prophet’s teachings. A significant resource for those exploring alternative health systems and hadith, Medicine of the Prophet also provides valuable insights into Islam’s culture and religion. Penelope Johnstone, with a doctorate in the history of Arabic medicine and herbals, currently imparts knowledge of Arabic at Oxford University.”