Sunday, March 15, 2020

Hygieia.

Hygieia (Ὑγεία) was a goddess of health and cleanness in Ancient Greece. Her parents were Asclepius and Epione. Hygieia had several sisters: Panacea, Iaso, Aceso, and Aglaea.

She had her own symbol called bowl of Hygieia which is a cup with intertwined snake. Now this is the symbol of pharmacy.

Hygieia's father Asclepius was important for her. They had similar cults.

There are many paintings and sculptures about goddess Hygieia. The word "hygiene" appeared from the goddess's name.

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