Aesculapius

Aesculapius is the ancient Greek god of medicine and healing, often associated with medical knowledge and practices. He is depicted as a healer who could cure illnesses and bring the dead back to life, symbolizing the power and importance of medicine. His staff, the Rod of Asclepius, with a serpent entwined around it, remains a widely recognized symbol of medicine and healthcare today. Aesculapius represents the compassionate aspect of healing and the pursuit of medical knowledge to improve health and alleviate suffering.