Epione
Epione wasn’t just the goddess of pain relief; she personified the entire process of healing and recovery. Her name, derived from the word “epios” meaning “soothing,” reflects her gentle touch and nurturing spirit. Epione was believed to preside over everything from easing physical discomfort to guiding patients on the road to wellness.
Residence: Mount Olympus
Consort: Asclepius
Children: Hygeia, Iaso, Aceso, Aegle, Panacea, Machaon, Podalirius, Telesphorus and Aratus
She was also the wife of Asclepius, the renowned god of medicine. Together, they formed a formidable partnership, bringing health and wholeness to all. Their union was further blessed with five daughters, the Asclepiades: Hygeia (Good Health), Panacea (Cure-All), Iaso (Healing), Aegle (Radiance), and Aceso (Curing). Each daughter embodied a specific aspect of healing, a testament to the profound legacy of Epione and Asclepius.
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