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When did people pray to reptiles?
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Many ancient Greeks believed that certain snakes had healing powers, and kept them in their temples. The ancient Greek god of healing, Asklepios, is usually depicted in sculptures holding a wooden staff, around which is coiled a large snake. | | Asklepios, god of healing |
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Book:
1001
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Section:
Nature
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Chapter:
Reptiles
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