In
Greek and
Roman mythology,
Iapyx (from
Greek Ἰάπυξ,
gen.: Ἰάπυγος),
Iapux or
Iapis was a favourite of
Apollo. The god wanted to confer upon him the gift of prophecy, the lyre, etc.; but Iapyx, wishing to prolong the life of his father, preferred the more tranquil art of healing to all the others.