from monastery to hospital christian monasticism and the transformation of health care in late antiq
Christian monasticism health caremonastery to hospital historylate antiquity medicineearly Christian hospitalsevolution of health care
This exploration delves into the crucial role of Christian monasticism in the profound transformation of health care during late antiquity. It traces the journey from humble monasteries, which initially offered basic care, to the emergence of more structured hospital systems, highlighting how religious communities fundamentally shaped the development and delivery of medical services in the ancient world.