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u"WHAT IS THE CADUCEUS?

Origins and meaning,

The Caduceus is an ancient symbol traditionally associated with medicine and healing. However, it can equally be a symbol for the fields of science, mathematics and their application to Life. It also depicts the evolution of human consciousness and serves as a model for the structure of the Universe.

Adopted as the 'Old Earths' western medical profession\u2019s insignia in their early twentieth century, The Caduceus symbolises an understanding of the primordial origins of both the healing process and disease itself.
The word \u201ccaduceus\u201d comes from the Greek word \u201ckerykeion\u201d which literally means \u201cHerald\u2019s staff\u201d. A herald was originally a messenger sent by monarchs to convey a message or proclamation. A staff is known as being a magical artifact or wand associated with wisdom and the ability to perform mystical actions.
The staff is also a symbol of power and is said to be the axis or pole by which the ancient messenger gods travel between New Eden and Earth.

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