Cult Of Asklepius Flashcards
Who was Asklepius?
Panhellenic hero/god of healing, raised by Chiron the centaur, so skilled in healing he was able to restore the dead to life- against natural order so Zeus struck him down with thunderbolt- became a god
How was Asklepius depicted?
Kindly looking bearded man, serpent entwined staff/ other serpent imagery
What were the two most famous sanctuaries of Asklepius?
Epidauros and Cos
What did a visit to the sanctuary of Asklepius involve?
Preparatory cleansing, sacrifices, incubation, cures, surgery if recommended by god, treatment prescribed by god through dreams
What was banned at the sanctuaries of Asklepius?
Death and birth
Who was Asklepius’ daughter?
Hygeia goddess of cleanliness