The therapeutic law of nature, often called the Natural Law of Cure, has been recognized in medicine since the time of Hippocrates. Many cures observed throughout history were based knowingly or unknowingly on this universal healing principle. This law finds its scientific and practical expression in homeopathy through the famous maxim: “Similia Similibus Curantur” Like … Read more
Aphorisms 43–51 Explanation: In Organon of Medicine, Samuel Hahnemann explains a fundamental principle of Homoeopathy Similia Similibus Curentur (Let likes be cured by likes). Aphorisms 43–51 describe what happens when two similar diseases meet in the same organism. I. Basic Principle Condition: When an organism is suffering from a natural disease, and another stronger and … Read more
In the opening aphorism of the Organon of Medicine, Samuel Hahnemann makes a powerful and direct statement: “The physician’s high and only mission is to restore the sick to health, to cure, as it is termed.” With this single sentence, Hahnemann defines the entire purpose of medical practice. Aphorism 1 is not merely an introduction … Read more
In the 3rd Aphorism of the Organon of Medicine, Dr. Samuel Hahnemann explains the essential knowledge required for a true physician. This aphorism is very important because it lays down the foundation of homeopathic philosophy and practice. According to Hahnemann, a physician cannot achieve the ideal cure unless he has proper knowledge of: Thus, Aphorism … Read more