Medica Sacra

Medica Sacra is a significant work by Richard Mead an esteemed physician and writer of the early 18th century. In this text Mead explores the intersection of medicine and religion presenting a comprehensive analysis of how sacred texts particularly the Bible inform and shape medical understanding and practice. His approach combines theological reflections with medical knowledge aiming to illustrate how spiritual beliefs can influence physical health and well-being. The book is organized into several sections that delve into various aspects of medical theory and practice as viewed through a religious lens. Mead discusses topics such as the nature of diseases the role of divine providence in health and the use of prayer and faith as components of healing. He also examines historical cases where spiritual and physical healing intertwined emphasizing the holistic nature of health in the context of 18th-century thought.