Exported from Hindostan to Lahore

Exported from Hindostan to Lahore

A Homeopath’s Reflection on a Forgotten Phrase from Honigberger’s Time

Sometimes, a single phrase in an old book can open the doors of history wider than volumes of modern commentary. I recently experienced this when reading a line from the memoirs of Dr. Johann Martin Honigberger, a European physician and early proponent of homeopathy who traveled extensively in India in the early 19th century. His book, published in 1852, contains many fascinating observations, but there was one line that stopped me in my tracks:

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Walking the Path of Hahnemann with Dignity

Walking the Path of Hahnemann with Dignity

Walking the Path of Hahnemann with Dignity : A Tribute to the Master and a Message to the Next Generation

Tomorrow, the world will mark 270 years since the birth of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann. For most, he is the founder of homeopathy. For me, he is much more. He is the reason I have survived as a doctor, lived with dignity, and walked a path that tested me again and again—and yet, never broke me.

Tonight, as I sit quietly and reflect on this occasion, I feel it is not enough to simply garland his photo or speak in admiration. I must speak my truth. I must say aloud what I’ve lived in silence for decades. And perhaps, somewhere, a young homeopath will read this and feel seen, heard, and strengthened.

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घर-घर होम्योपैथी: हैनिमैन की विरासत को एक चलती-फिरती श्रद्धांजलि

घर-घर होम्योपैथी: हैनिमैन की विरासत को एक चलती-फिरती श्रद्धांजलि

ये तारीख थी 6 अप्रैल 2025, एक शांत सा इतवार, लेकिन उसमें कुछ खास बात थी — जैसे उसमें एक अलग ही ऊर्जा थी। जैसे ही मैं उस जगह पहुँचा जहाँ अखिल भारतीय चिकित्सक एसोसिएशन (ABCA), दिल्ली ने ये कार्यक्रम रखा था, मुझे महसूस हुआ कि आज कुछ सामान्य से कहीं ज़्यादा खास होने वाला है।

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Forgotten Legacy of Hahnemann

Forgotten Legacy of Hahnemann

Dr. Samuel Hahnemann is widely recognized as the founder of homeopathy, a medical system that challenged the rigid dogmas of conventional medicine in his time. His discovery of the Law of Similars and his development of potentization remain central to homeopathic practice. However, Hahnemann’s contributions extend far beyond what most practitioners and historians acknowledge.

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Behind the Genius: The Personal Struggles of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann

Behind the Genius: The Personal Struggles of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann

Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of homeopathy, is celebrated for his revolutionary contributions to medicine, but behind his genius lay a life filled with struggles, hardships, and challenges that shaped both his philosophy and practice. His journey was not just one of scientific discovery but also one of relentless perseverance in the face of personal and professional adversities.

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The Battle Against the Tide: The Critics and Rivals of Hahnemann

The Battle Against the Tide: The Critics and Rivals of Hahnemann

Dr. Samuel Hahnemann was a man far ahead of his time, a visionary who dared to challenge the deeply entrenched medical beliefs of his era. Like all pioneers, he faced immense resistance, skepticism, and outright hostility. The medical establishment of the late 18th and early 19th centuries was not kind to those who questioned its foundations, and Hahnemann found himself in a lifelong battle against the tide of opposition.

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Where Silence Smiles: Lemon Tree Hotel, McLeod Ganj

Where Silence Smiles: Lemon Tree Hotel, McLeod Ganj

There are places that whisper peace, where the mountains breathe serenity into your soul, and the air feels like a prayer. McLeod Ganj, nestled in the arms of the Dhauladhar range, is one such place, and in its quiet embrace stands a haven that elevates the experience beyond expectations – the Lemon Tree Hotel.

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