Why we exist
314 was started by Bailey Fulmer, a current medical student at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Auburn, AL. Growing up as an artist, he had a desire to combine his faith with his love for medicine in a meaningful way. One of the avenues he found he could do that was by designing simple but inspiring pieces of clothing that could serve as easy faith-conversation starters in a medical clinic, in the classroom, in the street, or wherever the Spirit leads.
No matter how much I learn, I am reminded of this freeing reality:
I am not the one who saves.
But I will tell of the I Am who does.
Why 314?
The staff of Asclepius is the original symbol of medicine and healing. Unlike the often-confused caduceus, which represents commerce, the staff of Asclepius reflects authentic healing, renewal, and the calling of the osteopathic profession.
As Christian’s in medicine, however, the staff of Asclepius is far more than that. From a biblical standpoint, the symbol closely resembles the staff of Moses from Exodus. For the Israelites in the Old Testament, looking to the staff brought physical healing from the consequences of their sins. This was a shadow of the reality that was to come.
In light of the cross, the staff of Asclepius takes on new meaning. Just as Moses raised the staff in the wilderness, so our Savior was lifted up. Just as the Israelites had to believe in God’s promise of healing then, we too must respond in faith to our Creator who made a way for our redemption.
Thus, it is no longer simply a symbol of physical healing paraded by physicians. Rather, it is a symbol that points to the great physician who brings true healing, redemption, and life.
“Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him.”
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