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Mesue the Elder, Persian physician
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Mesue the Elder, Persian physician
Mesue the Elder (777-857), Christian Persian physician, at left, being received by the Caliph Haroun-al-Raschid. This Caliph was the fifth and most famous ruler of the Abbasid dynasty that ruled an Islamic empire from Baghdad (in present-day Iraq), from 750-1258. Mesue is a Latinised form. The physicians full Arabic name is Abu Zakariya Yuhanna ibn Masawaih. He was personal physician to four caliphs. He came to Baghdad from Gundishapur, which had been the intellectual centre of the Sassanid Empire (226- 651). Coloured artwork of an original engraving from the 1883 edition of Vies des Savants Illustres
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This print captures a significant historical moment between Mesue the Elder, a renowned Persian physician, and the powerful Caliph Haroun-al-Raschid. Mesue, also known as Abu Zakariya Yuhanna ibn Masawaih, was not only an esteemed Christian physician but also held the prestigious position of personal physician to four caliphs. In this scene, Mesue is depicted being warmly received by Caliph Haroun-al-Raschid in Baghdad during the Abbasid dynasty. The artwork showcases intricate details and vibrant colors that bring this medieval encounter to life. Mesue's journey from Gundishapur, an intellectual center of the Sassanid Empire, to Baghdad highlights his expertise and influence in medicine during that time. This image provides a glimpse into the rich history of Islamic civilization in Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq) and its contributions to medical advancements. It symbolizes cultural exchange as well as collaboration between different religious backgrounds for scientific progress. As we admire this 19th-century engraving from Vies des Savants Illustres edition, we are reminded of how individuals like Mesue played pivotal roles in shaping our understanding of medicine and healing practices. This portrait serves as a testament to their enduring legacy and reminds us of the importance of embracing diversity in knowledge acquisition.
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