{"product_id":"1963-search-the-scriptures-by-robert-b-greenblatt-j-b-lippincott-company","title":"1963, Search the Scriptures by Robert B. Greenblatt, J. B. Lippincott Company","description":"\u003cp\u003eRobert B. Greenblatt, M.d.\u003cbr\u003e\nMedical College of Georgia\u003cbr\u003e\nSearch the Scriptures\u003cbr\u003e\nA Physician Examines\u003cbr\u003e\nMedicine in the Bible\u003cbr\u003e\nWith a Foreword by Ralph Mcgill\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Atlanta Constitution\u003cbr\u003e\nJ. B. Lippincott Company\u003cbr\u003e\nPhiladelphia\u003cbr\u003e\nMontreal\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCONDITION:\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall, the book is in Good condition. The covers and boards are in Very Good condition. The spine is in Very Good condition. The hinges and joints are Near Fine. The text block and pages are in Very Good condition, with dusty edges. The endpapers are Near Fine. The dust jacket is in Fair condition, showing chipping, creasing, significant edgewear, significant rubbing, significant scuffing, and tearing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nATTRIBUTES:\u003cbr\u003e\nHardcover with Dust Jacket. Bound in cloth over boards.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDESCRIPTION:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis book, \"Search the Scriptures\" by Robert B. Greenblatt, delves into the fascinating intersection of medicine and biblical texts. Greenblatt, a distinguished physician, meticulously examines various medical references, practices, and understandings as they appear throughout the Bible. He explores how ancient peoples perceived illness, healing, and hygiene, offering a unique perspective on the historical development of medical thought through the lens of religious scripture. The work highlights the practical medical knowledge embedded within biblical narratives and laws, revealing insights into public health, disease prevention, and therapeutic approaches of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDr. Robert B. Greenblatt was a prominent endocrinologist and medical researcher, known for his groundbreaking work in reproductive endocrinology. His expertise lends significant authority to this interdisciplinary study, allowing him to interpret ancient texts with a keen understanding of medical science. The book's significance lies in its pioneering effort to bridge theology and medicine, demonstrating that the Bible, beyond its spiritual teachings, also contains valuable historical data pertaining to health and illness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCollectors interested in the history of medicine, biblical studies, or the intellectual contributions of physician-authors will find this book particularly engaging. It offers a scholarly yet accessible exploration of how medical concepts were understood and integrated into the spiritual and social fabric of ancient societies as depicted in one of the world's most influential texts. Its unique focus makes it a compelling addition to collections centered on the evolution of scientific thought or religious scholarship.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFLASHBACK TO 1963 WHEN THIS BOOK WAS PUBLISHED:\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen this book was published in 1963, the world was reeling from the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, while Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic \"I Have a Dream\" speech, galvanizing the Civil Rights Movement. Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman in space, offering a glimpse into humanity's future beyond Earth, even as the ongoing Cold War and the Vietnam War cast a long shadow over global stability. The Beatles were exploding onto the music scene, ushering in a new era of pop culture that would forever change the sound of a generation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPage Count: 127\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nLocation: LIB\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"J. B. Lippincott Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42638573011042,"sku":"EN-03192026-155749","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1094\/6612\/files\/abadc172-baf3-5f98-89a1-c62b17627973.jpg?v=1773968006","url":"https:\/\/ebonnoir.com\/products\/1963-search-the-scriptures-by-robert-b-greenblatt-j-b-lippincott-company","provider":"Ebon et Noir","version":"1.0","type":"link"}