BERGAMA ASKLEPİON’UNDA BİR SAĞALTIM YÖNTEMİ OLARAK MÜZİK

Authors : Ayda, Mehmet Can TUNA, ÖZER

Pages : 63-73

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Publication Date : 2016-02-15

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :In ancient times, gods’ healing power was of great importance. Asclepius, who was a god of medicine in ancient Greece, became increasingly popular and several healing temples called asclepeions were built during his time. This article examines music which was one of the complementary healing practices at the Pergamon asclepeion. The literature on the use of music and other methods in these healing temples is often fragmented and lacks detail. The purpose of this article is to synthesise extant research and present it in a coherent manner whilst taking into consideration the views of scholars who have produced works on the topic. A literature review on medical and archeological research was conducted. This review shows that asclepeions were the pioneers of complementary medical centres. Additionally, music and other complementary healing methods were used together with conventional medical treatments to speed up the healing process.
Keywords : Key Words Music, Medical, Asclepieion, Asclepius, Pergamon, Health, Treatment