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The Catholic Roots of Herbal Medicine
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The Catholic Roots of Herbal Medicine

Judson Carroll reveals Catholic monasteries' pivotal role in herbal medicine for 1,000 years. Their guardianship ensured that "folk medicine" survived despite suppression by the secular...

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Pagan Practice or Christian Tradition? Roots of Herbal Medicine
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Pagan Practice or Christian Tradition? Roots of Herbal Medicine

Today, herbal medicine is frequently associated with witchcraft and the New Age movement. Yet, what were its origins in antiquity? Could herbal medicine actually be...

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St Hildegard's Cure for Coughs & Sore Throats
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St Hildegard's Cure for Coughs & Sore Throats

Seeking natural relief for respiratory woes? St Hildegard's divine revelations unveil a highly effective herbal remedy. In this post, we'll explore St Hildegard's holistic approach...

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Blessed Grapes: Heavenly Provision or Superstition?
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Blessed Grapes: Heavenly Provision or Superstition?

Curious about beliefs on storing blessed grapes? Some Catholics view them as divine provision, others as superstition. In this post, we'll explore the historical roots...

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