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Leaves of Grass.
SAVANTISM.
Thither, as I look, I see each result and glory retracing itself and nestling close, always obligated ;
Thither hours, months, years — thither trades, compacts, establishments, even the most minute.
Thither every-day life, speech, utensils, politics, persons, estates.
Thither we also, I with my leaves and songs, trustful, admirant.
As a father, to his father going, takes his children along with him.
PERFECTIONS.
Only themselves understand themselves, and the like of themselves.
As Souls only understand Souls.
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