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Psychosomatic Healing and the Remedy of Shame in Jami's Haft Awrang
In Section 44 of Silsilat al-Dhahab (part of Jami's Haft Awrang), Jami illustrates medieval psychosomatic medicine through the story of a physician who cures a maidservant's sudden severe muscle spasm without physical tools. The physician uses a psychological trigger—provoking intense shame (haya) by lifting her garment—to generate vital bodily heat and restore muscle elasticity. This story highlights the classical Islamic medical philosophy where emotional states, mental health, and physical physiology are deeply integrated, demonstrating that psychological shock can serve as an effective therapeutic agent.
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Updated 2026-07-07
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Persian Literature Prerequisite Course