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Neurosurgery. 2008 Jul;63(1):156-62

Tubbs RS, Loukas M, Shoja MM, Cohen-Gadol AA, Wellons JC 3rd, Oakes WJ.

Historical observations and interpretations regarding the treatment of components of the nervous system can be found in the writings of the Bible and Talmud. A review of topics germane to modern neuroanatomy, neurology, and neurosurgery from these early, rich writings is presented herein. These historic writings provide a glimpse into the early understanding, description, and treatment of pathologies of the nervous system.