Bar Hebraeus
Bar Hebraeus
Bar Hebraeus (pronunciation: bar hee-bray-uhs), also known as Gregory Bar Hebraeus or Abu al-Faraj, was a prominent 13th-century bishop, philosopher, scientist, and historian of the Syriac Orthodox Church. His contributions to medicine, particularly his medical encyclopedia, have been significant in the field of Medieval medicine.
Etymology
The name "Bar Hebraeus" is derived from the Aramaic term "bar" meaning "son," and "Hebraeus," which is Latin for "Hebrew." Thus, the name can be translated as "Son of a Hebrew." His other name, "Abu al-Faraj," is Arabic and translates to "Father of Comfort."
Contributions to Medicine
Bar Hebraeus is known for his significant contributions to medicine during the medieval period. His most notable work is his medical encyclopedia, which was a compilation of Greek, Persian, and Arab medical knowledge. This work is considered a significant contribution to the field of Medieval medicine and is still studied today.
Related Terms
- Medieval medicine: The study and practice of medicine during the Middle Ages, which is typically classified as the period from the fall of the Roman Empire to the beginning of the Renaissance.
- Syriac Orthodox Church: An Oriental Orthodox Church that traces its origins to the Apostle Peter and is based in Antioch, one of the oldest cities in the world.
- Aramaic: A Semitic language that was widely spoken in the Near East from the 6th century BC. It is the language of large sections of the biblical books of Daniel and Ezra, and is the main language of the Talmud.
- Latin: A classical language belonging to the Italic branch of the Indo-European languages. Latin was originally spoken in the area around Rome, known as Latium.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bar Hebraeus
- Wikipedia's article - Bar Hebraeus
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