Chiron

Chiron, or CHEIRON, the most famous of the Centaurs (q.v.), son of Cronos and Philyra, and husband of Naiš or Chariclo. He lived on Mount Pelion, and was famous for his skill in healing, hunting, music, and prophecy. The great Achilles and other heroes were his pupils. He died by being accidentally wounded by one of the poisoned arrows of his friend Hercules.