Quran and Medicine

Quran and Medicine

Islam and Health in the Perspective of Nizamī-i Arūzī-i Samarqandī

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
ahmad kalateh sadati 1
Sara Sadeghieh 2
1 Associate Professor of Sociology at Yazd University, Yazd, Iran
2 MA in Sociology, Yazd University, Yazd, Iran
Abstract
Introduction: In a situation where proponents and opponents of "Islamic medicine" present their arguments, each stubbornly adhering to their respective positions, it is essential to focus on an evidence-based discourse. Like many other scientific fields, the issue of medicine and health in the country appears to be experiencing a historical disconnect from its traditions. In this context, considering the perspectives of Muslim scholars can provide a conceptual framework and, at a more advanced theoretical level, a potential solution. Therefore, the aim of this study is to analyze Samarqandi's Prosodic Military System approach concerning the relationship between Islam and health.
Material and method: The research method employed is content analysis, focusing on the examination of four articles by Nizami Aruzi Samarqandi.
Results: Content analysis revealed that Nizami adopts a doctrinal approach to the practice of physician, asserting that a physician must first believe in God, respect Sharia law, and seek divine assistance in their medical practice. He views the Quran as a divine pharmacy, with Surah Fatiha serving as a syrup brimming with blessings. According to Aruzi Samarqandi, medicine is a discipline that should be complemented by the unique qualities of a physician, including cheerfulness, openness, and a pleasant demeanor. A skilled physician is characterized by a gentle heart, keen intuition, and a wise soul, which implies a thorough understanding of medical science and a commitment to studying medical texts from Hippocrates to Avicenna; although, he notes that the first chapter of the Law is sufficient. Furthermore, the four articles suggest that a physician should embody holistic, humble, and egalitarian principles. Overall, Samarqandi's prose underscores the importance of Islamic principles in medicine while also acknowledging the wealth of human knowledge.
Conclusion: The Nizami perspective on the relationship between Islam and health is significant for several reasons. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to the fundamental principles of Islam in the field of medicine, helps to mitigate excesses in Islamic medical practices, and provides a framework for theoretical exploration in this area.
Keywords
Islamic Medicine
Nizamī-i Arūzī-i Samarqandī
Physician
Belief
Law
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