[Bioethical views of Abu Bakr Al-Razi (Rhazes)]

Lik Sprava. 2006 Oct-Nov:(7):101-4.
[Article in Ukrainian]

Abstract

Abu Bakr Muhammad ibn Zakariya ar-Razi, who is known in Europe as Razes, was born in 865 year in Ree city. A lot of his books were translated in Latin; his books have served as guidance for physicians during centuries. However, "the book about spiritual medicine" is the most popular. In this book in details presented ethical views of the scientist. The book discusses about the significance improving spiritual quality of person. In his meaning of "spiritual medicine" is seen a synonym to the notion-"medical ethics".

Publication types

  • Biography
  • English Abstract
  • Historical Article

MeSH terms

  • Bioethical Issues / history*
  • Bioethics / history*
  • History, Medieval
  • Middle East

Personal name as subject

  • None Rhazes