Medieval Medicine: Supernatural Causes
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A reading comprehension worksheet exploring the belief in supernatural causes of illness during the Medieval period.
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Medieval Medicine: Supernatural Causes
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Supernatural Causes of Illness in Medieval Medicine
During the Middle Ages, many people believed that illnesses were caused by supernatural forces such as evil spirits, demons, or punishment from God. These beliefs influenced how doctors and healers treated diseases. Treatments often involved religious rituals, prayers, and charms to drive out harmful spirits or seek divine intervention.
Source A: Excerpt from a Medieval healer’s manual
'When a patient falls ill without apparent reason, it is often the work of evil spirits. To cure them, one must perform prayers and sprinkle holy water while reciting sacred words. The healer may also use charms or amulets to protect the patient from further harm.'
Source B: A modern explanation of disease
'Today, we understand that illnesses are caused by germs, bacteria, viruses, and other biological factors. Treatments include medicines like antibiotics and vaccines, which target the cause of the disease rather than supernatural forces.'
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