Asklepios

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Seated statue of Asklepios

Asklepios, alternatively spelled Asclepius and also known as Aesclepiadae, is a hero and god of medicine in Greek mythology. He is a son of Apollo and the father of the goddess Hygieia.

History

5th century BCE

During the 5th century BCE the worship of Asclepius was widespread in the Greek world, and shrines and temples for him could be found here and there. Among the most notable was the Sanctuary of Asklepios in Argolis.

1st century BCE

During the 1st century BCE the Greeks erected a sanctuary in Balagrae, Cyrenaica in worship of him.

Trivia

• Aesclepiadae is a term used to refer to a group of people following Asclepius; in mythology, 'Aesclepiadae' includes all the sons and daughters of Asclepius. Among humans, the term was used of physicians, banding them together as a "clan of Aesclepiadae".
• Praxilla, a healer of Balagrae, had a ring with the rod of Asclepius emblazoned on it.
  • Rod of Asklepios has become the emblem of the medical field. It is, however, often confused with the caduceus.
• According to some versions of the stories, Asklepios was a member of the Argonauts.

Gallery

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  Statue of Asklepios in Chalkis City
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  A relief of Asklepios with his daughter, Hygieia, and snakes
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  A relief featuring Asklepios and Hygieia receiving people

Appearance

• Assassin's Creed: Origins (mentioned in papyrus only)
• Assassin's Creed: Odyssey (mentioned only)