Myths of Healing and Medicine

Apollo was the Greek god of healing, music, and prophecy.

Salus was the Roman goddess of healing, well-being, and prosperity.

Imhotep was the Egyptian god of healing and medicine, and is considered to be the father of medicine.

Guanyin is the Chinese goddess of compassion and mercy, and is often invoked for healing and protection.

Dhanvantari is the Hindu god of healing and medicine, and is often depicted holding a pot of nectar.

Idunn is the Norse goddess of youth and healing, and is the keeper of the apples of immortality.

Lugh is the Celtic god of healing, craftsmanship, and the sun.

Manitou is the Native American spirit of the universe, and is often invoked for healing and protection.

Ogun is the African god of iron, war, and healing.

Daramulun is the Aboriginal Australian god of healing and creation.

Rongo is the Maori god of peace, agriculture, and healing.

Kane is the Polynesian god of creation, light, and healing.

Ea is the Mesopotamian god of water, wisdom, and healing.

Gudea is the Babylonian god of healing and construction.

Nusku is the Assyrian god of fire, light, and healing.