Introduction:
- The
chapter discusses how cure takes place in the human body when the
correct homoeopathic remedy is given.
- Dr.
Roberts focuses on the most important natural rule in homoeopathy: Hering’s
Law of Cure.
- Cure is
not random—it follows a specific direction.
1. What Is “The Law of Cure”?
- The law
that explains the direction in which cure happens.
- Discovered
by Dr. Constantine Hering, a pioneer of homoeopathy.
- According
to this law, symptoms disappear in a particular pattern, not by
chance.
Mnemonic: A-W-R
- Above
downward
- Within
outward
- Reverse
order of appearance
2. Hering’s Law of Direction of
Cure
According to this law, symptoms disappear:
- From above
downward
→ Head to foot
(e.g. headache improves before leg pain) - From
within outward
→ Internal organs improve first, then skin/mucous membranes
(e.g. asthma improves, but skin rash appears — good sign!) - In reverse
order of appearance
→ Oldest symptoms go away last
(e.g. symptoms from childhood may return before cure)
3. Importance of Hering’s Law
- Helps
doctors judge whether the remedy is working.
- Helps in
evaluating remedy reaction and progress of the case.
- Prevents
premature interference with natural healing.
If cure goes opposite to Hering’s Law, it means the remedy may be
wrong or suppressive.
4. Misinterpretation Can Be
Dangerous
- If a skin
eruption returns after asthma improves, it may look like the disease is
worsening — but in homoeopathy, it means healing is happening.
- If internal
symptoms get worse while skin improves, it means suppression,
not cure.
5. Practical Use in Case
Management
- Helps in:
- Judging
remedy reaction
- Understanding
if a second prescription is needed
- Recognizing
return of old symptoms (a good sign!)
Mnemonic: P-J-R
- Progress
tracking
- Judging
remedy effect
- Return of
old symptoms is positive
Chart: Direction of Cure
|
Direction |
What It Means |
Interpretation |
|
Above to below |
Head improves before legs |
✔️ Positive sign |
|
Inside to outside |
Organs better before skin |
✔️ Good prognosis |
|
Reverse order of symptoms |
Last symptom goes first |
✔️ Hering’s Law working |
|
Opposite direction |
Organs worsen while skin clears |
❌ Suppression or wrong remedy |
Word Meanings
|
Term |
Meaning |
|
Hering’s Law of Cure |
Natural law describing the direction in which true cure takes place |
|
Suppression |
Forcing symptoms to disappear without real healing |
|
Return of old symptoms |
Previously cured or inactive symptoms reappear — a good sign |
|
Vital force |
Inner life energy that maintains health and harmony |
|
Unprejudiced observer |
A doctor who observes impartially, without assumption or bias |
|
Disease per se |
The disease in its original form, not just the outward symptoms |
Conclusion:
“The Law of Cure” teaches us that real healing follows a specific pattern, known as Hering’s Law. By understanding this direction of cure, homoeopaths can monitor remedy action, avoid unnecessary interference, and support true healing from the core to the surface. If cure does not follow this pattern, it may mean suppression or wrong remedy.
