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Music as Medicine in the Ancient World In ancient Greece and Rome, music was more than a form of entertainment—it was a tool for healing. The belief in music’s ability to soothe the soul, restore balance, and even cure ailments
Where Sports Met Healing In the ancient world, physical fitness was not just about competition—it was seen as a fundamental part of health, spirituality, and divine favor. At the Asclepieion of Epidaurus, where pilgrims sought healing from the god Asclepius,
The Forgotten God of Epidaurus Before Epidaurus became the famed sanctuary of Asclepius, the god of medicine, it was a place of worship dedicated to Apollo Maleatas. This lesser-known cult predates the rise of Asclepius and played a crucial role
A Roman Emperor and a Greek Sanctuary What would lead a Roman emperor to invest in a Greek healing sanctuary? Unlike many of his predecessors, Emperor Antoninus Pius (reigned 138–161 CE) was known for his peaceful rule, cultural patronage, and
