Gnothi Seauton (2015) -
: A study published in Postmodern Openings examined Michel Foucault’s lectures on Le gouvernement de soi et des autres , which focuses on the transition from "knowing oneself" to "caring for oneself". 4. Modern Scientific Usage
The phrase Gnothi Seauton (γνῶθι σεαυτόν) is a Delphic maxim famously inscribed on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi .
: A notable article titled "Gnothi Seauton": Leveraging the Host Response to Improve Influenza Virus Vaccine Efficacy applies the philosophical concept to medical science, suggesting we must "know" the human body's specific immune responses to design better vaccines. Gnothi Seauton (2015)
Several other articles published in 2015 explored themes of self-knowledge and the "technologies of the self":
: The work argues for the necessity of teaching religion and philosophy in secondary schools. : A study published in Postmodern Openings examined
: In Platonic dialogues, it represents the "examined life"—the idea that one must recognize their own ignorance before they can attain true wisdom. 3. Related 2015 Scholarly Works
The phrase has also been used as a title for scientific papers seeking to "know the host" to better treat disease: : A notable article titled "Gnothi Seauton": Leveraging
: It is often attributed to the Seven Sages of Greece or figures like Socrates and Thales.
