Asclepius: Collection and Interpretation of the Testimonies

This book was commission by the AMA (American Medical Association) to identify the roots of the Hippocratic Oath. But, in the process, they have thrown back the curtain on where some of the religious myths that we attribute to Jesus came from. Any serious religious scholar should avail themselves of this resource and the culture at the time that Peter founded x-tianity on is "rock" - a term lifted from the prevailing god of healing at the time - Asclepius. This book actually has two sections of translations - the second section starting on page 421 that is a summary and analysis of the translations. I would recommend that the reader read that section first and then read the paragraph by paragraph translations in section II. I see this as one of the most significant books for serious students of forgotten history that roots so much of our current world view. If it were up to me - I would move this book to the theology reading list and make it mandatory reading!

The Edlesteins have given the world a miracle in research. Their work is extremely thorough and well ordered. Direct and exquisite research. This is a must have for any lover of Antiquity and Hellenistic worship. Praise Aesculapius!

The perfect book for any healer you know!

For who ever have an interest of the truth source of the ancient tradicions of aclepius and greek profound wisdom this is it best written material....in the subject..i had investigated a lot of these asclepian lineage and this is the main fountain of the beginning thank you.

This book is really good because the work is scholarly, partly because there are a quite a number of extracts in the original Greek. This book is, in fact, made up of two original books.

Brilliant collection - invaluable, and great to have it in a single paperback, affordable and convenient.

arrived in good condition, lovely book to read. very happy with this purchase