Medicina Plinii
Medicina Plinii
Medicina Plinii (pronounced: meh-dee-see-nah plee-nee-ee) is a Latin medical text that was compiled in the late antiquity period. The name translates to "Pliny's Medicine" in English. The text is named after Pliny the Elder, a Roman author, naturalist, and natural philosopher, though it is not certain that he was the actual author of the text.
Etymology
The term "Medicina Plinii" is derived from Latin. "Medicina" translates to "medicine" in English, and "Plinii" is the genitive form of "Plinius", the Latin name of Pliny the Elder. The text is so named because it is a compilation of medical knowledge that is attributed to Pliny the Elder.
Content
The Medicina Plinii is a compilation of medical knowledge and remedies. It includes information on various diseases, their symptoms, and the treatments that were available at the time. The text is organized into several books, each focusing on a different aspect of medicine. Some of the topics covered include anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and surgery.
Related Terms
- Pliny the Elder: A Roman author, naturalist, and natural philosopher who is the namesake of the Medicina Plinii.
- Late Antiquity: The period of history in which the Medicina Plinii was compiled.
- Latin: The language in which the Medicina Plinii was written.
- Medicine: The field of study and practice that the Medicina Plinii pertains to.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Medicina Plinii
- Wikipedia's article - Medicina Plinii
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