TAMPA, Fla., May 6, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Remedies and health practices from ancient times often have application today. It is inspiring to consider herbs, foods and other substances that may have a positive impact on common complaints. How were various disorders treated in ancient times? Find out in the pages of this powerful new book Healing Practices: Insights from the Torah, Talmud and Kabbalah.
Healing Practices voyages into ancient texts and reveals methods of addressing the many ills that have always been part of human life. It is divided into three major parts. The first part discusses medicine through the ages. The second part is an alphabetically arranged resource of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other foods that were used for medical purposes in biblical times. The third part, also organized alphabetically, describes other healing practices and remedies.
Rabbi Brod has amazed physicians by surviving many serious health challenges. In Healing Practices, he provides us with fascinating information on early approaches to health and medicine. Rabbi Brod synthesizes Torah scripture, Talmudic quotes, and Kabbalistic precepts that illuminate the wisdom and health-related knowledge in Biblical teachings.
About the Author
Rabbi Theodore Brod is a Talmudic scholar. At 91, he is still known as a "walking encyclopedia" who can quote scripture and Judaic Law with ease. He has written articles and books on ancient medicine and rabbinical thought. His professional history in Tampa includes serving as a Scholar in Residence at Rodoph Sholom Synagogue, teaching at Hillel School, and serving as chaplain for a large Veteran's Administration Medical Center. Rabbi Brod continues to study, teach, and write. He lives happily and independently with Freda, his wife of sixty-eight years.
Healing Practices by Rabbi Theodore Brod
Insights from the Torah, Talmud and Kabbalah
Publication Date: April 21, 2005
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