Excerpt from The Relation of the Medical Profession to the Ministry: A Discourse Preached in the West Church, on Occasion of the Death of Dr. George C. Shattuck
Such was the commission which the great Physician Of the human body and soul gave to his twelve disci ples, when he clothed them with their Office of carrying on his. Work in the world. In prophetic metaphor, the Older revelation, too, had symbolized this very likeness Of the mortal frame to the immortal spirit in their common exposure to disease, when it inquired if there were no balm in Gilead, and no physician there, to recover the health Of the daughter Of God's people. Nay, the pagan religion itself foreshadowed the same thing from the remotest point and faintest beginning of its mythology, owning the healing art for a sacred function. The first that practised it, to the heathen mind was a god and the child of a god; his immediate.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the relationship between medicine and religion, focusing on the shared purpose of healing both the physical and spiritual aspects of human existence. The author argues that physicians and ministers have a common mission, as exemplified by Jesus Christ's role as both a healer and a spiritual guide. Drawing from historical and contemporary perspectives, the book examines the ways in which these two professions have collaborated and intersected throughout history. It discusses the ethical responsibilities of both physicians and ministers, the importance of compassion and empathy in their work, and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing world. Ultimately, this book highlights the profound impact that medicine and religion can have on each other and on society as a whole. By fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of their shared purpose, the author encourages readers to reflect on the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, and to explore new ways of promoting healing and well-being in the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243329311_0
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