Corpus Hippocraticum

About “Corpus Hippocraticum”

The Hippocratic Corpus is a collection of approximately 60 early Ancient Greek medical texts linked to the physician Hippocrates. These works cover various aspects of medicine, including medical theories, ethical practices, and treatments for different illnesses. Despite being seen as a single body of work representing Hippocratic medicine, the texts differ in content, style, and perspective, making authorship uncertain. The corpus includes writings on diagnosis, treatment, and medical ethics. It also reflects Hippocrates' belief in combining the art of healing with scientific observation. The collection laid the groundwork for Western medical practice and influenced medical thought for centuries. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)