Medicine and the Church by Geoffrey Rhodes

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Editor Rhodes, Geoffrey
Title Medicine and the Church
Being a series of studies on the relationship between the practice of medicine and the church's ministry to the sick
Original Publication United Kingdom: Kegan Paul, 1910.
Note Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Thiers Halliwell, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "Medicine and the Church" by Geoffrey Rhodes is a collection of essays exploring the evolving relationship between medical practice and the Church's ministry to the sick, written in the early 20th century. The compilation draws on contributions from various notable figures, including doctors, clergy, and medical scholars, aiming to understand how faith and medicine can interact constructively to enhance healing. The text reflects on historical contexts and the growing significance of spiritual and mental dimensions in medical care. The opening of the work features a foreword by the Lord Bishop of Winchester, who emphasizes the necessity of addressing both the scientifically grounded and the spiritual aspects of healing, particularly in light of rising interest in mental and faith healing practices. It discusses the historical separation of medicine and religion, highlighting the need for collaboration to improve care for patients. The editor's preface further outlines the collaborative efforts among contributing writers while providing insights into contemporary medical challenges, underscoring the importance of spiritual support in modern medicine. This introduction sets the stage for a nuanced discussion on how faith can enhance the healing process, supporting the argument that effective care involves both physical and spiritual dimensions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology
LoC Class RZ: Medicine: Other systems of medicine
Subject Medicine -- Religious aspects
Subject Pastoral medicine
Category Text
EBook-No. 65916
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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