KNOW THYSELF

      In us the universe may realize

      Self-consciousness and come to understand

      The vast intelligence that underlies

      A mystery so awesome and so grand.

      When Homo sapiens grows sapient

      Beyond the follies that have long prevailed, 

      We’ll come to recognize our true intent

      And what in our potential is entailed.

      The harbingers of wisdom long have taught

      The way of kindness and solicitude,

      The virtues and the graces that we ought

      To realize, that need to be pursued.

           On Earth we humans play the leading role,

           And knowing who we are is our clear goal.

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