Asaph, the writer and historian of the Hebrews
Asaph seems to have been a significant Jewish writer and historian known at least from about the third century to the twelfth century. … Read the post Asaph, the writer and historian of the Hebrews
Asaph
Analysis of the Hebrew Book of Medicines from the tenth century or earlier. Attributed to Asaph the Physician, also called Asaph the Sage and Asah the Jew.
the scope of ancient competition in medical knowledge
Southern Europe, North Africa, Mesopotamia, and southwest Asia were common range for ancient competition in medical knowledge among distinctive cultures. … Read the post the scope of ancient competition in medical knowledge
Asaph expanding upon Hippocrates' aphorism "life is short…"
Asaph, an ancient Jewish medical sage, created historical context for Hippocrates’ aphorism, “Life is short, art long….” … Read the post Asaph expanding upon Hippocrates' aphorism "life is short…"
history of medicine for the poor
Medicines for the poor developed in contrast to expensive medicines like Mithridatium and Theriac that were popular among the wealthy. … Read the post history of medicine for the poor
Asaph brought professional medicine into ancient Jewish life
Asaph’s Book of Medicines embraces for physicians professionalism and ancient Greek medical knowledge along with a distinctive Jewish identity. … Read the post Asaph brought professional medicine into ancient Jewish life
sun and moon in Hebrew medical astrology
The Qumran Jewish community and Asaph’s Book of Medicines favored a solar calendar, while most Jews have emphasized lunar effects and a lunar calendar. … Read the post sun and moon in Hebrew medical astrology