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Hakim Ali ibn Kamal al-Din Muhammad Gilani
Hakim Ali ibn Kamal al-Din Muhammad Gilani
Died	14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1017 AH (22 March 1609)
Nationality	Persian, served in Mughal India
Occupation	Physician
Known for	Commentary on The Canon of Medicine by Avicenna

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Hakim Ali ibn Kamal al-Din Muhammad Gilani was a distinguished 16th-century physician in Mughal India. Originating from Gilan, a region in Persia (modern-day Iran), he is renowned for his scholarly contributions to medicine, notably his commentary on The Canon of Medicine by Avicenna (Ibn Sina), a foundational text in the history of medicine.

Biography

Hakim Ali Gilani's journey from Persia to India marked a significant chapter in the exchange of medical knowledge between these cultures. His nisba, indicating his Persian origin, highlights the interconnectedness of the Islamicate intellectual world. Serving under the patronage of the Mughal emperor Akbar, among others, he played a pivotal role in the Mughal court, contributing to its scholarly and medical advancements.

Contributions

Gilani's commentary on The Canon of Medicine is particularly esteemed for enriching the text with his insights and practical experiences. This work of Avicenna, already a cornerstone of medieval medicine, was further illuminated by Gilani's expertise, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice.

Legacy

Hakim Ali Gilani's death on 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1017 AH, corresponding to 22 March 1609, marked the end of a significant era in the history of medical scholarship in Mughal India. His contributions, especially his commentary on The Canon of Medicine, continue to be recognized for their impact on the development of medical science and the transmission of Persian medical knowledge to the Indian subcontinent.

Related Terms

The Canon of Medicine: A medical encyclopedia written by Avicenna, a cornerstone in the history of medicine.
Mughal India: The period of Indian history dominated by the Mughal Empire, noted for its cultural and scientific advancements.
Persian medicine: The body of medical knowledge developed in Persia (Iran) and influential across the Islamic world.

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-== Hakim-e-Gilani ==
+{{Infobox medical person
+| name = Hakim Ali ibn Kamal al-Din Muhammad Gilani
+| pronunciation = {{IPA|/ˈhækɪm ˈɑːli ɪbn ˈkæmæl ælˈdɪn mʊˈhæməd ɡɪˈlɑːni/}}
+| known_for = Commentary on [[The Canon of Medicine]] by [[Avicenna]]
+| occupation = Physician
+| period = 16th century
+| nationality = Persian, served in Mughal India
+| death_date = 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1017 AH (22 March 1609)
+}}
-'''Hakim-e-Gilani''' (pronunciation: ha-kim-e-gi-lani) is a title given to a renowned medical practitioner or scholar from the region of [[Gilan]], Iran. The term 'Hakim' is derived from the Arabic word حكيم (Hakim), meaning 'wise' or 'knowledgeable', often used to refer to a physician or a wise person. 'Gilani' refers to someone from Gilan, a province in northern Iran known for its rich medical history.
+'''Hakim Ali ibn Kamal al-Din Muhammad Gilani''' was a distinguished 16th-century physician in Mughal India. Originating from Gilan, a region in Persia (modern-day Iran), he is renowned for his scholarly contributions to medicine, notably his commentary on [[The Canon of Medicine]] by Avicenna (Ibn Sina), a foundational text in the history of medicine.
-=== Etymology ===
+==Biography==
+Hakim Ali Gilani's journey from Persia to India marked a significant chapter in the exchange of medical knowledge between these cultures. His nisba, indicating his Persian origin, highlights the interconnectedness of the Islamicate intellectual world. Serving under the patronage of the Mughal emperor Akbar, among others, he played a pivotal role in the Mughal court, contributing to its scholarly and medical advancements.
-The term 'Hakim-e-Gilani' is of Persian origin. 'Hakim' is derived from the Arabic word حكيم, which means 'wise' or 'knowledgeable'. This term is often used to refer to a physician or a wise person in many Islamic cultures. 'Gilani' is a demonym referring to people from the province of [[Gilan]] in northern Iran.
+==Contributions==
+Gilani's commentary on [[The Canon of Medicine]] is particularly esteemed for enriching the text with his insights and practical experiences. This work of Avicenna, already a cornerstone of medieval medicine, was further illuminated by Gilani's expertise, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice.
-=== Related Terms ===
+==Legacy==
+Hakim Ali Gilani's death on 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1017 AH, corresponding to 22 March 1609, marked the end of a significant era in the history of medical scholarship in Mughal India. His contributions, especially his commentary on The Canon of Medicine, continue to be recognized for their impact on the development of medical science and the transmission of Persian medical knowledge to the Indian subcontinent.
-* [[Hakim]]: An Arabic term for a wise person or a physician. In Islamic culture, it is often used to refer to a scholar or a knowledgeable person.
+==Related Terms==
-* [[Gilan]]: A province in northern Iran known for its rich medical history and the origin of the term 'Gilani'.
+* [[The Canon of Medicine]]: A medical encyclopedia written by Avicenna, a cornerstone in the history of medicine.
-* [[Unani Medicine]]: A form of traditional medicine practiced in Middle Eastern countries. It is based on the teachings of Greek physician Hippocrates and Roman physician Galen.
+* [[Mughal India]]: The period of Indian history dominated by the Mughal Empire, noted for its cultural and scientific advancements.
-* [[Persian Medicine]]: The medical traditions and practices that originated in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran).
+* [[Persian medicine]]: The body of medical knowledge developed in Persia (Iran) and influential across the Islamic world.
 === See Also ===
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 * [[Islamic Golden Age]]
-[[Category:Medical Dictionary]]
+[[Category:16th-century Physicians]]
-[[Category:Persian Medicine]]
+[[Category:Mughal India]]
-[[Category:Unani Medicine]]
+[[Category:Persian Scientists]]
-[[Category:History of Medicine]]
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