# The Prophetic Medicine

> A source-faithful reading edition of The Prophetic Medicine by Ibn Qay’em El-Jozeyah, translated by ABD EL-QADER the son of ABD EL-AZEEZ (2003 source edition).

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## Ithmid (Antimony)

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I. Ithmid (Antimony)

The Ithmid is the black Kohl stone. The best type of Ithmid is found in Asfahan (Iran), but it is In addition found in western areas. The best type of Ithmid is that which fragmentizes quickly and which has shiny morsels. In addition, the interior of the Ithmid is polished and does not contain any impurities.

The Kohl tends to be cold and dry and it is beneficial to the eye in that it strengthens it and In addition strengthens the eye nerve. Ithmid dissolves excess flesh around ulcers and closes the wound while cleansing the arca around them. Ithmid In addition relieves headaches when it is blended with pure watery (not thick) honey. When Ithmid is ground and mixed with tender fat and then used as a bandage over fire burns, it prevents blisters from appearing and In addition helps cure the skin damage that occurs in cases of bums by fire. Ithmid is the best type of Kohl used for the eve, especially for old people whose eyesight has weakened. In this case, it is better that Kohl is mixed with some Musk.