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Ilham Alam: Nature And Healing In The Malay World

Ilham Alam: Nature And Healing In The Malay World

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Hardback, 100 pages Bilingual: English and Malay. Contents include discussions on the body of nature, the human body in historical ethno-medical traditions, nature and healing in the Malay world, traditional Malay healing approaches, healing performances, Islam and traditional Malay medicine, colonial explorations of Malay forests and peoples, and the impact of the scientific revolution on the Malay world. It also covers fading into the forest, the art and practice of traditional Malay medicine, including traditional healers such as Tok Mudim, Mak Bidan, and Tukang Urut, as well as making medicine like Jamu and its evolution, and discusses the future of traditional Malay medicine.

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ISBN13: 9789810965112
ISBN10: 9810965117
Language: English
Format: Hardcover

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    Explores traditional Malay healing and its cultural significance.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're curious about traditional healing practices and cultural heritage, this book offers a fascinating look into Malay medicine and its deep roots in history and spirituality. It provides a respectful and insightful perspective on how healing methods like Jamu have evolved and their potential future, inviting readers to appreciate the rich connection between nature and wellness in the Malay world.
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