In the faces of men and women I see God, and in my own face in the glass, I find letters from God dropped in the street, and every one is signed by God's name. And I leave them where they are, for I know that wherever I go, others will punctually come for ever and ever.

Summary

This quote by Walt Whitman is a reflection on the concept of godhood found within humanity. Whitman suggests that he sees glimpses of divinity in the faces of both men and women. He also believes that even in his own reflection, he finds messages from God scattered like letters on the street. By leaving these letters or signs of godliness untouched, he implies that he acknowledges the constant presence of god in every person's life. Ultimately, Whitman believes that the divine can be found in every corner of the world, as others will come to recognize it, regardless of where he goes.

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