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The Book of Wisdom: An Ethiopian Medico-Magical Book: Introduction, Translation and Commentary

Year: 2025

Type: book

Abstract: This book presents an annotated English translation of መጽሐፈ ጥበብ (Maṣḥafa ṭəbab, The Book of Wisdom)—an Amharic-Gəʽəz magico-medical manuscript that belongs to the rich, complex tradition of Ethiopian ritual and healing literature. It is a work that blends theology, folklore, and practical knowledge, reflecting a world in which healing is both spiritual and symbolic, and in which language, numbers, and names possess real power.

Source: Online Publication Service of Würzburg University (Würzburg University)

DOI: 10.25972/wup-978-3-95826-283-6

Author: Mengistie, Mersha Alehegne

Language: English

Topic: Historical, Religious, and Philosophical Studies

Subfield: Archeology

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7128808637

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