Pediatrics in the Bible.

Discusses the appearance of pediatric cases in the bible. Evidence of child welfare among the former inhabitants of Israel; Indications of the high regard for children among the Jews based on bible passages; Citation of cases of child adoption and purchase; Embryology; Prenatal influence; Prematurity, Newborn care; Maternal and wet nursing, Weaning; Artificial feeding; Growth and development; Child diseases; Infanticide; Treatment; Bible books and verses.