Doctors and Healing: Judaism’s View of Medicine (Eikev)

If G-d is the true Healer, why do we need doctors at all? Is seeking medical treatment a lack of faith—or part of G-d’s plan? This class explores Judaism’s view of medicine and the delicate balance between trust in G-d and human responsibility. We’ll discover why healing is not merely permitted, but considered a mitzvah; what qualities Torah expects from a doctor; and why humility, consultation, and compassion are essential to good medicine. The class also examines the Torah’s strong emphasis on preventive care, showing how physical health can become a model for building lasting spiritual strength.