Masarjawaih
Masarjawaih was a physician and medical writer of the 7th century. He is known for his work on medical substances, which is considered the earliest known Arabic work on the subject. His work was influential in the development of Islamic medicine and was later translated into Latin and used in Europe.
Life[edit | edit source]
Little is known about the life of Masarjawaih. He lived in the 7th century and was a Christian. He is often associated with the Nestorian Church, a branch of Christianity that was prominent in the Middle East during his time.
Work[edit | edit source]
Masarjawaih's most notable work is a book on medical substances. This work is considered the earliest known Arabic work on the subject. It includes descriptions of various substances used in medicine, including plants, minerals, and animal products.
The book was later translated into Latin and used in Europe. It was influential in the development of Islamic medicine, which was a major force in the advancement of medical knowledge during the Middle Ages.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Masarjawaih's work on medical substances has had a lasting impact on the field of medicine. His descriptions of various substances used in medicine have been used as a reference by physicians and researchers for centuries.
His work also played a significant role in the development of Islamic medicine, which was a major force in the advancement of medical knowledge during the Middle Ages.
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