Leaves of Grass

BOOK IV. CHILDREN OF ADAM

As Adam Early in the Morning

As Adam early in the morning,
Walking forth from the bower refresh`d with sleep,
Behold me where I pass, hear my voice, approach,
Touch me, touch the palm of your hand to my body as I pass,
Be not afraid of my body.

Walt Whitman

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