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When life goes well, enjoy it fully; do not leave the golden cup empty beneath the moon.
Plain meaningCelebrate the good moments while they are here.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
Who says the inch-long grass can repay the radiance of three spring months?
Plain meaningA child's gratitude can never fully repay a mother's care.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
How sorrowful for my parents, who bore and raised me through such toil.
Plain meaningI remember how much my parents endured to raise me.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
While one's parents are alive, do not travel far; if one must travel, have a definite destination.
Plain meaningWhen you go far away, remain responsible to the family who worries about you.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
Body, hair, and skin are received from one's parents; not daring to injure them is the beginning of filial conduct.
Plain meaningTaking care of yourself can also be a responsibility to those who love you.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
No one knows me in the deep forest; the bright moon comes to shine upon me.
Plain meaningEven in solitude, the moon can feel like quiet company.
English wording on Gu Ren Said is an original reading aid, not a claim that there is only one valid literary translation.
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