Greek goddess Panacea

Greek Goddess Panacea

In the beautiful and sacred Land of Shambhala, we have a special garden with various statues to represent different traditions and regions in the world. Our concept is more emphasized on healing deities and powerful god/goddesses which are well known and worshiped by many people. Each individual will have different interests and different connections. Therefore, the variety of deities contribute to the diversity and Rimé view of our garden, then help us create the connection with the tradition that we feel we are suitable the most.

Overview of Greek philosofy
Greek philosophy is a wide-ranging and significant subject that covers a wide range of philosophical topics and ideas that ancient Greek philosophers explored, including logic, ethics, metaphysics, politics, and aesthetics. Greek philosophy is distinguished by its critical approach, reason-based arguments, and investigation of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values. It had a profound impact on Western culture and thought, laying the groundwork for numerous philosophical traditions and disciplines. Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle are three of the most significant Greek philosophers. Greek philosophy attempted to explain the world in terms of natural principles rather than myths or gods, paving the way for scientific and philosophical thought. Greek philosophical concepts such as democracy, justice, and citizenship influenced Western political thinking and continue to be debated and reinterpreted today. Greek philosophy encouraged the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, emphasizing the importance of reason and evidence in forming beliefs. Greek philosophy covered a wide range of topics, including mathematics, astronomy, music, and art, demonstrating the interconnectedness of knowledge and different fields of inquiry. Greek philosophy laid the groundwork for the development of Western philosophy, science, and political thought, shaping the intellectual landscape of the Western world for centuries.

Panacea: The Goddess of Healing

In Greek mythology, Panacea was the Goddess of healing or universal remedy. She was an attendant of her father, the medicine God Asclepius. Her traditional stories of healing with potions or poultice led to the concept of ‘panacea’ in medicine, being a substance with the alleged property of curing all diseases.

Herbal Remedies in Ancient Greece

The ancient Greeks had a deep understanding of the healing properties of herbs. Some of the plants they commonly used for medicinal purposes include:

• Mint: Used for digestive issues, headaches, and respiratory problems.
• Chamomile: Known for its calming effects and used to treat anxiety and insomnia.
• Thyme: Used as an antiseptic and to relieve coughs and sore throats.
• Lavender: Valued for its relaxing properties and used to treat anxiety and skin conditions.
• Rosemary: Believed to improve memory and concentration, and used to treat headaches and digestive issues.

Healing Statue Gardens

In ancient Greece, healing statue gardens, known as Asclepieions, were built in honor of Asclepius. These gardens were places of healing and pilgrimage, where people would come to seek cures for their ailments. The gardens were filled with statues of Asclepius and other healing deities, as well as medicinal plants and herbs.

• Rituals and Practices: Visitors to the Asclepieions would often participate in rituals, such as bathing in sacred springs, offering sacrifices to the gods, and sleeping in the enkoimeterion, a special chamber where they would hope to receive divine healing through dreams.
• Symbolism and Healing: The statues in the gardens served as symbols of hope and healing, and the natural environment was believed to have therapeutic properties. The Asclepieions were important centers of healing in ancient Greece, combining spiritual beliefs with natural remedies and practices.

The statue is intended to be white at 180cm tall. The sponsorship fees will cover:

• Base Model Design 
• Generate 3d Model
• Identify the right building materials and way to anchor her
• Production 
• Custom painting of the statue to withstand the elements
• Importation to Australia or Transportation in Australia
• Installation at Land of Shambhala
• Consecration of the Statue

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