NOOR JOURNAL

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Editorial – June 2025 Edition

Bridging Healing Traditions: A Call for Scientific Humility and Global Health Equity
By Dr. Qaisar J. Qayyum, Chief Editor, Noor Journal International

In today’s world of fast-paced clinical innovation, it is easy to forget that the roots of healing are as old as humanity itself. While science continues to advance, the art of medicine also calls for humility—a recognition that therapeutic wisdom has long existed in cultures, communities, and traditions often dismissed by modern systems.

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This edition of Noor Journal of Complementary and Contemporary Medicine marks a significant spiritual milestone in our journey. In a humble letter written earlier this year, I requested beloved Huzur (aba) to bless this effort with his guidance and a message for our readers. Alhamdulillah, Huzur (aba) graciously accepted. His words are now preserved in these pages—not only as an honor, but as a source of direction and strength for everyone contributing to this work.​

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We remain committed to our founding vision: to create a space where both modern and complementary medical insights can be shared openly, respectfully, and with scientific rigor. At a time when health disparities are growing and access to care remains unequal, Noor Journal seeks to amplify research that is globally relevant and ethically grounded.

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As Hadrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, the Promised Messiah (علیہ السلام), stated on October 27, 1905:

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"It is also inappropriate for doctors to look upon ancient medicine with contempt. Some things found in them are highly beneficial."
(Malfuzat, Oct 27, 1905)

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This message instructs us to look into ancient remedies not with blind reverence, but with thoughtful evaluation. It challenges the arrogance often found in modern discourse that equates “new” with “better.” In reality, time-tested practices—those used safely and effectively across generations—are themselves a powerful form of evidence. What matters is not the origin of the remedy, but its capacity to heal.

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In this issue, our contributors reflect that spirit: exploring herbal pharmacology, nutrition science, integrative therapy models, and community-based health perspectives. We invite voices from every corner of the world—especially underrepresented communities—to help shape this movement toward a more inclusive and balanced understanding of healing.

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Let this edition serve not only as a publication, but as a pledge: that science and service must walk together, and that healing—real healing—comes from uniting knowledge with compassion.

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With gratitude and renewed resolve,

Dr. Qaisar J. Qayyum

Chief Editor, Noor Journal of Complementary and Contemporary Medicine,

Clinical Assistant Professor, Oklahoma, USA

Email: chiefeditor@njccm.org

www.njccm.org | chiefeditor@njccm.org

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