Abstract:
The main objective of this study is exploring traditional medicine and magic in ʼƎ ä däbdãbbe. To achieve this objective, the researcher used hermeneutic textual analysis research design in a qualitative research approach. Data were collected through interview and photographs. Data collected from key and auxiliary informants are organized into themes and categories using specific research strategies. According to the analysis, the ancient Ethiopians used various herbs to treat various ailments. Nineteen (19) diseases were listed in the manuscript, and 22 herbal plants are listed and described. The text does not specify clearly how to diagnose the disease, how to treat other people with the other diseases, and how to treat patients of all ages. However, according to the information the researcher received from the interview, the traditional practitioners who currently use this text (ʼƎ ä däbdãbbe) are considering these patients if they previously had other side effects: i.e diabetes, high blood pressure, and gastritis while going for treatment. The study also found that if the patients were infants, adults, the elderly and pregnant women, the treatment would be based on their age and pregnancy. The dosage is determined by measurements such as urn, cup, palm, finger, and arm. Surgical practice, age diference treatment, dosage and recovery treatments were held based on traditional medicine practitioners own methods. Traditional medicine practitioners perform different ceremonial like rituals from gathering to delivery system to enhance the efficacy and professionalism of the medication. In general, ʼƎ ä däbdãbbe has been used as a reference for traditional healers from ancient times to the present, but there have been some improvements and changes in terms of using herbs and general treatment systems. It is recommended that further research should be done to explore more about the Ethiopic texts that deal with various medicinal