Astrological Judgment of Diseases from the Discomfiture of the Sick

Astrological Judgment of Diseases from the Discomfiture of the Sick Volume 1 is a comprehensive study of the relationship between astrology and medicine. Written by the 17th-century physician Nicholas Culpeper, this work examines how planetary positions and stellar movements influence human health. This text falls within the categories of alternative medicine, astrology, and occultism, offering a historical perspective on medical philosophy and metaphysics.

The first section outlines the basic principles of astrological charts, while the second section analyzes specific diseases and their celestial causes. Culpeper advocates for a holistic approach to healthcare, integrating physical symptoms with emotional and spiritual factors. This edition is a facsimile reprint of the original 1655 medical book, preserving a significant piece of literary and spiritual history for modern readers interested in the intersection of the occult and physical ailments.