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[–] Frenchy 22 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

And here again we see the bizarre confusion between the Caduceus and the rod of Asclepius. The one with two snakes (and wings) is traditionally representative of commerce, representing Hermès/mercury. The one for medicine traditionally has the one snake and no wings - symbol of the Greek god Asclepius, the healer.

I see this a lot in representations from the USA - is that the case here ? If so, it seems rather sadly appropriate given the state of US-American healthcare.

[–] [email protected] 21 points 1 year ago

Dying? Just say no. The reaper legally cannot take your life without your consent.

[–] [email protected] 16 points 1 year ago

badass as hell though

[–] [email protected] 16 points 1 year ago

That's fucking awesome

[–] [email protected] 10 points 1 year ago

Hermetic magic keeps away the literal Grim Reaper while Asclepieian medicine strives to keep your body whole.

This hospital engages in necromancy.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

Here we see a depiction of a member of the Flying Serpent Mage Clan terrorizing a farmer of the Bone Clan.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Anyone know where this is? It sort of looks like something you'd see on the Mayo building in Rochester, but I doubt they have death fighting a doctor.

scratch that

I just google mayo art, and the art on the side of that building was more dark iron looking material.