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In Greek mythology, Aesculapius, son of Apollo, (often referred to as the god of medicine or healing) was a Greek healer who became a Greek demigod, and was a famous physician.

Aesculapius was the most important among the Greek gods and heroes who were associated with health and curing disease.

Apollo is said to have entrusted the child's education to the Centaur, Chiron, who taught Aesculapius the arts of healing.

Aesculapius, when grown, became so skilled in surgery and the use of medicinal plants that he could even restore the dead to life. Hades, ruler of the dead, became alarmed at this and complained to Zeus, who, fearing that he might render all men immortal, killed Aesculapius with a thunderbolt.

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Last Updated: 27-Jul-10