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Chiron is a centaur from Greek mythology who helped train demigods. Chiron is a respected centaur because of his kindness and intelligence. He is a son of Cronus and lives in Mount Olympus.

Chiron also helped train Heracles before he went to the Underworld to fetch the fruit.

Biography

Golden porch - a book of Greek fairy tales (1914) (14569094819)
Chiron, Peleus and infant Achilles

Chiron was notable throughout Greek mythology for his youth-nurturing nature. His personal skills tend to match those of Apollo, his foster father (sometimes along with Artemis): medicine, music, archery, hunting, gymnastics and the art of prophecy. Chiron was known for his knowledge and skill with medicine and thus, was credited with the discovery of botany and pharmacy, the science of herbs and medicine.

A great healer, astrologer, and respected oracle, Chiron was said to be the first among centaurs and highly revered as a teacher and tutor.

Images for kids

  • Peleus Thetis Staatliche Antikensammlungen 1415

    Peleus wrestling Thetis (who shapeshifts in fire and big cat), between Chiron and a Nereid. Side B of an Attic black-figure amphora, c. 510 BC.

  • Chiron and Achilles c1922-1925 John Singer Sargent

    Chiron and Achilles by John Singer Sargent (circa 1922-1925)

  • Donato Creti, The Education of Achilles by Chiron

    The Education of Achilles by Donato Creti, 1714 (Musei Civici d'Arte Antica, Bologna)

  • Chiron and Achilles. Lithograph after J.B. Regnault. Wellcome V0035831

    Chiron and Achilles. Lithograph after J.B. Regnault.

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