影片故事发生在11世纪的波斯，主人公是一位英国人 who disguises himself as a Catholic to study medicine and joins a medical school in Isfahan, which only admits Jewish students. His mentor at the school is a renowned Jewish scientist, philosopher, and doctor named Avicenna. Avicenna has written over 200 works, including the famous "The Complete Philosophical and Scientific Encyclopedia," which was considered a high-level encyclopedia in that era, and "The Canon of Medicine," a medical masterpiece that continues to be referenced for its valuable insights even in the 17th century. The film, titled "The Divine Physician," combines elements of epic storytelling and fictional narrative, showcasing the fearless spirit of a group of individuals in an era dominated by ignorance and superstition as they embark on a quest for true knowledge.