Glimpse Quote by Walt Whitman
““A Glimpse" A glimpse through an interstice caught, Of a crowd of workmen and drivers in a bar-room around the stove late of a winter night, and I unremark’d seated in a corner, Of a youth who loves me and whom I love, silently approaching and seating himself near, that he may hold me by the hand, A long while amid the noises of coming and going, of drinking and oath and smutty jest, There we two, content, happy in being together, speaking little, perhaps not a word.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Leaves of Grass, 1855
A quiet moment of intimacy amid noisy surroundings, highlighting love’s simple presence.
In simple terms: Love found in a noisy bar.
Key Takeaway
Cherish quiet connections.
Themes
love
intimacy
solitude
social contrast
Mood
reflective
warm
nostalgic
Type
poetic
literary
When to use this quote
- bars
- nighttime gatherings
- private moments
- relationships
Key Concepts
romanticism
human connection
everyday life
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love sustain you in chaotic settings?
- What quiet moments do you cherish?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper emotional needs beyond the moment.
