02249cam a22003133u 4500 18976 UtSlPG 20260610133437.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG la nl iso639-1 R Erasmus, Desiderius, 1469-1536 Encomium Artis Medicae: De Lof Der Geneeskunde Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-08-03 Produced by Louise Hope, Frank van Drogen, the Netherlands Team and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Encomium Artis Medicae: De Lof Der Geneeskunde" by Desiderius Erasmus is an erudite treatise on the praise of the medical profession written in the early 16th century. The work is presented as an encomiastic speech, where Erasmus extols the virtues, importance, and divine aspects of medicine, emphasizing its crucial role in human life. It seeks to inspire admiration and respect for the medical profession, showcasing not only its practical applications but also its esteemed historical significance. The opening of the text introduces Erasmus's intent to deliver a grand oration in praise of medicine, acknowledging the previous eloquent tributes provided by other notable figures. As he begins, he reflects on the divine qualities of medicine, emphasizing its necessity in human existence and the numerous challenges practitioners face. He illustrates these themes by examining the historical reverence for medical pioneers and the ongoing relevance of medical knowledge, suggesting that they deserve both honor and gratitude. The beginning sets the tone for a detailed exploration of the medical arts, offering insight into Erasmus's perspective on its importance to society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Philosophy, Medical Hillesum, L. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18976 60362 60362