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ΓΝΩΘΙ ΣΕΑΥΤΟΝ

Shown on Black / Aqua. Embroidered on the front panels.

ΓΝΩΘΙ ΣΕΑΥΤΟΝ

Know yourself.

Delphic maxim, Delphic inscription (Plato, Protagoras 343b)

$42

2 pieces 10% off, 3 pieces 15%, 4 or more 20%. Free US shipping on everything.

Color: Black / Aqua

Made to order in 2–5 business days, then 3–5 business days to arrive. Order by December 10 for delivery before Christmas.

Carved at the temple of Apollo at Delphi. Know yourself. The oldest advice in the West, worn over the eyes.

The source
"Know thyself"

Delphic maxim, Delphic inscription (Plato, Protagoras 343b). Translated from the original Greek by Spartan Surfers.

Greek: ΓΝΩΘΙ ΣΕΑΥΤΟΝ

Rendered from the ancient Greek; print the Greek with the English.

The Greek text is public domain. The English on the shirt is our own rendering of it.

The marks
  • Front line embroidered in thread matched to the bill (white on the aqua)
  • The Spartan helmet stitched on the back
  • Our coordinates stitched on the left side

Accent thread on Black / Aqua: Aqua/Teal.

The cap

Otto Cap 125-978 Structured Snapback

  • 85% acrylic, 15% wool
  • Structured six-panel, high profile, flat bill
  • Contrast bill and top button, grey under-bill
  • Snap closure, fits 22 to 24 in

Care: wash cold inside out, tumble dry low or hang dry, do not iron the print.

Shipping and returns

Free shipping to every US address, with tracking.

Misprinted, damaged or defective? Email us within 30 days with a photo and we replace it or refund you.

Full shipping and returns policy

The Seven Sages

6th century BC

Thales, Pittacus, Cleobulus, Periander and the other sages whose maxims were carved at Delphi.

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