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Hippocrates as Galen's teacher.

Jacques Jouanna¹

¹University of Paris-Sorbonne, Paris IV.

Studies in Ancient Medicine

|May 13, 2011

Summary

This study traces the quaternary theory from Hippocrates

Area of Science:

History of Medicine
Ancient Greek Medicine
Byzantine Medicine

Background:

The study examines the quaternary theory's origins in Hippocratic medicine, specifically the concept of four humors.
It traces the evolution of this theory through Galen's work and into late Greek and Byzantine medicine, where it expanded to include the four temperaments.

Discussion:

The paper analyzes a newly discovered late-period treatise attributed to Hippocrates, "The Pulse and the Human Temperament," identifying it as the source for the Latin "Letter of Vindicianus."
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Key Insights:

The quaternary theory, while consistently linked to Hippocrates, evolved significantly over time, altering the perception of his teachings.

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The treatise "The Formation of Man," also from the late period, reinforces the connection between Hippocrates and Galen, echoing medieval artistic representations.

Outlook:

Further research into late Greek and Byzantine medical texts may reveal more about the dissemination and adaptation of quaternary theories.
Comparative analysis of artistic and textual evidence can provide deeper insights into the historical reception of Hippocratic and Galenic medicine.