A Christmas Greeting

by Walt Whitman — a poem card from Justes Mots

A democratic Christmas greeting extending American brotherhood and humanitarian ideals to Brazil and the world. Whitman emphasizes shared humanity and enlightenment over religious symbolism, positioning democratic principles as a universal light. It celebrates inclusive solidarity and future hope.

Welcome, Brazilian brother—thy ample place is ready;
A loving hand—a smile from the north—a sunny instant hall!
(Let the future care for itself, where it reveals its troubles,
impedimentas,
Ours, ours the present throe, the democratic aim, the acceptance and
the faith;)
To thee to-day our reaching arm, our turning neck—to thee from us
the expectant eye,…

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