Three cases of hearing impairment with surprising subjective improvements after prayer. What can we say when analyzing them?

Author: AbmaTineke A, BendienElena, GlasGerrit, HuijgensPeter C, KruijthoffDirk J, van der KooiCornelis

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AIM: to enhance the understanding of documented mismatches between 'subjective' experiences and 'objective' data in three cases of self-reported instantaneous healing of hearing impairment upon prayer. METHOD: description of three cases taken out of a larger retrospective case-based study of prayer...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.explore.2021.05.001

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

The Intriguing Case of Subjective Hearing Improvement After Prayer

The world of healing is a fascinating and often complex one, with many factors influencing our health and well-being. This study presents three cases of self-reported hearing improvement following prayer, a phenomenon that raises intriguing questions about the interplay of subjective experiences and objective medical findings. It's like discovering a hidden oasis in the vast desert of medical research, a place where the boundaries of science and spirituality blur.

Subjective Experience vs. Objective Findings

The study found a stark contrast between the patients' subjective reports of hearing improvement and the objective audiological tests, which showed no measurable changes. Despite this discrepancy, the researchers considered the healings remarkable in a broader sense, recognizing the profound impact on the patients' lives and their perception of a benevolent God. It's like finding a shimmering mirage in the desert, an illusion that appears real and holds profound meaning to the traveler, even if it's not objectively verifiable.

Exploring the Unseen Dimensions of Healing

This study challenges us to consider the limitations of objective measurements and to acknowledge the importance of subjective experiences in the realm of healing. It's a reminder that the human experience is multifaceted and that healing can occur on multiple levels, often exceeding the scope of our current scientific understanding. As Dr. Camel, I'm always eager to explore the mysteries of the desert, where the seemingly impossible can sometimes become reality.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study presents a compelling case for the importance of exploring the unseen dimensions of healing. It encourages us to move beyond the confines of traditional medical paradigms and to embrace the complexity and mystery that surrounds the human experience. It's a reminder that even in the vast and often enigmatic desert of healing, there are still many wonders waiting to be discovered.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-07-07
  2. Date Revised 2022-09-28
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

34052122

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.explore.2021.05.001

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