Irish Philosophy · @Irishphilosophy
812 followers · 561 posts · Server mastodon.ie

Among the many notable people hosted in London was the healer Valentine Greatrakes (already known to her brother Roger Boyle, as his neighbour).

Both she and her brother were interested in the debate around Greatrakes ability (which failed to relieve the suffering of ). A pamphlet on Greatrakes was dedicated to Robert Boyle, arguing the former's ability could be explained both naturally & miraculously. (DiMeo, pp. 146-7)

Greatrakes died 1683.

#ladyranelagh #robertboyle #maryconway #otd

Last updated 3 years ago