“Know Thy Self,” poem analysis

Read poem, “Know Thy Self,” (highlighted below) and watch the video on Prezi presentation with Carter G. Woodson. Describe what that poem and video mean to you. How do you think Woodson and Friere would respond to the poem? How do you think each of these scholars would define what it means to know thy self? What complexities are associated with knowing thy self? What more would you like to know about yourself? Within your response, you must highlight how each scholar would respond to the poem. Make sure your response is at least 250 words. “Know Thy Self” A person who knows not And knows not that they know not Is foolish–disregard them A person who knows not And knows that they know not Is simple–teach them A person who knows not And believes that they know Is dangerous–avoid them A person who knows And knows not that they know Is asleep–awaken them A person who knows And knows that they know Is wise–follow them And all these persons reside in you Know Thy Self And to Maat be true