The Avicenna Canon

The Canon of Medicine, written by Avicenna (Ibn Sina) in the 11th century, is a comprehensive medical encyclopedia that organized medical knowledge of the time. It classifies diseases, describes symptoms, causes, and treatments, and introduces the importance of anatomy, physiology, and hygiene. It became a key reference in both the Islamic world and Europe for centuries. The Canon emphasized the scientific method, clinical observation, and the balance of humors, laying foundational principles for modern medicine. It remains a significant historical work illustrating the evolution and systems approach of medical understanding.