Ancient Medicine L4 - The Cult of Asclepius

This lesson contains:

• Introduction to who Asclepius was why people believed in him.

• A study of a carving of him and what we can learn.

• Discussion of what an Asclepion was and it's key features. What we can learn from the features.

• A source from Aristides and his account of the healing power of Asclepions.

• A plenary to judge the effectiveness of Asclepions on medicine and the legacy of care.

Attachments

• 1 x Powerpoint Presentation

• 1 x Powerpoint File