SYMHC Classics: The King’s Evil

Explore the practice of laying on hands to cure the King's Evil, a form of tuberculosis. Learn about the historical connections between diseases and royal families, including the concept of the 'Royal touch'. Discover the evolution of the monarch's tradition of donating gold or silver for cramp rings with healing powers. Dive into the controversies surrounding the practice of the royal touch and the debates from medical and religious perspectives.