Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Vi. Nan Shan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The "Nan Shan;" allusive. On the disgraceful connection between Wn Chiang, the marchioness of Lu, and her brother;--against Hsiang of Ch'i and Huan of Lu. 1There where the south hill rises high and great A male fox sits, suspicious and alone...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. T'ien Tso : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "T'ien Tso;" narrative. Appropriate to a sacrifice to King Ta. 'Twas Heaven that made the lofty hill, And there King Ta his work began, Laboring the land all round to till. Then in tranquillity King Wn Pursued the work, till that mount Ch'i...
Introduction : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], I have included the first two parts of the Introduction from the 1876 edition.--JBH PROLEGOMENA. CHAPTER I. THE EARLY HISTORY AND THE PRESENT TEXT OF THE BOOK OF POETRY. SECTION I. THE BOOK BEFORE CONFUCIUS; AND WHAT, IF ANY, WERE HIS LABOURS...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. I. Lu Ming : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 182 PART II MINOR ODES OF THE KINGDOM BOOK I. DECADE OF LU MING I The "Lu Ming;" allusive. A festal ode, sung at entertainments to the king's ministers, and guests from the feudal states. 1With sounds of happiness the deer Browse on the celery...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. Vii. Ho Kuang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Ho Kuang;" narrative. Other things more difficult to overcome than distance may keep one from a place. 1They tell me that the Ho is wide;-- With a few reeds I could cross through. They tell me Sung is distant far;-- Rising on tiptoe Sung...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Ii. Lu I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 26 II The "L I", metaphorical and allusive. The complaint, sad but resigned, of a neglected wife. 1When the upper robe is green, With a yellow lining seen, There we have a certain token Right is wronged and order broken. How can sorrow from my...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. X. Ju Fen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 10 X The Ju Fn; mainly narrative. The affection of the wives on the Ju, and their solicitude about their husbands' honor. 1Along the raised banks of the Ju, To hew slim stein and branch I wrought, My lord away, my husband true, Like hunger...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 05 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Hsiao Hsing;" allusive. The thankful submission to their lot of the inferior members of a harem. 1 Behold those starlets small, How three or five the east illume! p. 20 Swiftly we came when fell the gloom, And now at dawn the hall...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 08 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Huan;" narrative. Celebrating the merit and success of King Wu. Throughout our myriad regions there is peace; Year after year the plenteous harvest brings. Great Heaven in showing favors does not cease, And will with blessing crown Chou's...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. Iii. Kuei Pien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 298 III The "Kuei Pien;" narrative, with allusive and metaphorical portions in all the stanzas. Celebrating a feast given by the king, at which he is present himself, to his relatives both by consanguinity and affinity. 1In their bonnets...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 12 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 13 III The "Ts'ao Ch'ung;" narrative. The wife of some great officer bewails his absence on duty, and longs for the joy of his return. 1Shrill chirp the insects in the grass; All about the hoppers spring. While I my husband do not see, Sorrow...
Book Ix. The Odes Of Wei. V. Shih Mou Chih Chien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Shih Mou Chih Chien;" narrative. The straits of the peasantry of Wei. 1Among their ten acres of mulberry trees, The planters move idly about at their ease. "Ho! back," says a courtier, "and let us join these!" 2Beyond their ten acres...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. Iii. Hsiao Ming : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 276 III The "Hsiao Ming;" narrative. An officer, kept long abroad on distant service, deplores the hardships of his lot, and tenders good advice to his more fortunate friends at court. 1O Heaven above, before whose light Revealed is every deed...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. Ii. Hua Shu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Hua Shu". The harmony of the seasons, and the abundance of the harvests, seen especially in the large produce of the millet crops. Text wanting.
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. I. Sheng Min : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 358 BOOK II. DECADE OF SHNG MIN I The "Shng Min;" narrative. The legend of Hou-chi:--his conception; his birth; the perils of his infancy; his boyish habits of agriculture; his subsequent teaching of agriculture, and his founding of sacrifices...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. X. Shan Yu Fu Su : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 95 X The "Shan Yu Fu Su;" allusive. A lady mocking her lover. 1On mountain grows the mulberry tree; The lotus flower in meadow damp. It is not Tz-tu that I see, But only you, you foolish scamp! 2Polygonums the damp meads cover; To lofty pines...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. Ii. Ta Ming : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Ta Ming;" narrative. How the appointment of Heaven rested on King Wn, and descended to his son, King Wu, who overthrew the dynasty of Yin or Shang;--celebrating also the mother and the wife of Wn. 1Majestic Heaven from kings below, Th...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Viii. Nu Yueh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII. Scotic The "N Yeh Chi Ming;" narrative. A pleasant picture of domestic life. A wife sends her husband from her side to his hunting, expresses her affection, and encourages him to cultivate virtuous friendships. 1Says oor gudewife, "The cock...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. X. Mu Kua : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 73 X The "Mu Kua;" metaphorical. Small gifts of kindness should be responded to with greater; while friendship is more than any gift. 1A tree gourd they gave me in compliment, And I in return gave a lovely "ch" gem, 'Twas not in return...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. Ii. I Hsi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "I Hsi;" narrative. Instructions to the officers of husbandry:--probably like the preceding ode, after a sacrifice to God for a good year. O yes! the spirit of King Ch'ng, When we inquired of him, drew nigh, And clearly told us when...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. Ii. K'ao P'an : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 62 II The "K'ao P'an;" narrative. A happy recluse. 1By the stream in the vale his hut he has reared, That man tall and stout, looking free from all cares. He lives all alone; he sleeps, wakes, and then talks;-- And ne'er to forget what he...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. Iii. Heng Men : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Hng Mn;" narrative. The contentment and happiness of a poor recluse. 1My only door some pieces of crossed wood, Within it I can rest enjoy. p. 153 I drink the water wimpling from the spring; Nor hunger can my peace destroy. 2Purged...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. Ix. Liao Hsiao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Liao Hsiao;" allusive. A festal ode, on occasion of the king's entertaining the feudal princes who have come to his court. 1 Tall grows the fragrant southernwood, On which the dew shines bright. Now that my noble men I see, My anxious...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. I. Hsi So : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK X. THE ODES OF T'ANG I The "Hsi So;" narrative. The cheerfulness and discretion of the people of Chin, and their tempered enjoyment at fitting seasons. 1The cricket appears in the hall, And towards its close draws the year. Then let us...
Book Xv. The Odes Of Pin. Vii. Lang Po : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 181 VII The "Lang Po;" allusive. The praise of the duke of Chou, more distinguished through his trials. 1Dewlap o'ergrown and heavy tail Th' impatient wolf impede or trip. But see the duke, humble while tried! Along his red shoes quiet slip...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. X. Chan Ang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Chan Ang;" narrative, and allusive in the last stanza. The writer deplores the misery and oppression that prevailed, and intimates that they were caused by the interference of women and eunuchs in the government. 1To Heaven I look with...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. X. Tsai Ch'u : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Tsai Ch';" narrative. The open shamelessness of Wan Chiang in her meeting with her brother. 1 On comes her chariot, fast and loud, With screen of bamboos finely wove, And leather bright, vermilion-hued-- Ch'i's daughter hastes to lawless...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. I. Ch'i Fu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK IV. THE DECADE OF CH'I FU I The "Ch'i Fu;" narrative. The soldiers of the royal guard complain of the service imposed on them by the minister of war. 1Hear, minister of war, the charge we bring! We are the teeth and talons of the king; Close...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. Vi. Hao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The "Hao T'ien Yu Ch'ng Ming;" narrative. Appropriate at a sacrifice to King Ch'ng. The fixed decree of mighty Heaven Had long to Chou assigned the throne, Which first to Wn and Wu was given. Ch'ng next to them as ruler shone. p. 437 Then...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. Ii. Pai Chu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Pai Ch;" narrative. The writer expresses his regret at the abandonment of public life by an officer whom he admired. 1Free let the brilliant white colt eat The tenderest produce in my yard. Secure it by the neck and feet; And this morn's...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. Vii. Fang Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Fang Yu Ch'iao Ch'ao;" allusive. A lady laments the alienation of her lover by means of evil tongues. 1The magpies' nests are on the bank; On heights the lovely pea grows rank; p. 156 While withered my heart is and blank. Who wiled my...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. I. Ch'e Lin : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 139 BOOK XI. THE ODES OF CH'IN I The "Ch' Lin;" narrative and allusive. Celebrating the growing opulence and style of some lord of Ch'in, and the pleasures and freedom of his court. 1His many chariots rush along, Drawn by white-fronted steeds...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. Iv : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 444 IV The "Fng Nien;" narrative. An ode of thanksgiving for a plentiful year. The plenteous year has given us large supply Of rice and millet, and our granaries high Hardly suffice the produce to contain,-- Millions of measures...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Vii. Fu T'ien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 111 VII The "Fu T'ien;" metaphorical. The folly of pursuing objects beyond one's strength. 1The weeds will but the ranker grow, If fields too large you seek to till. To try to gain men far away With grief your toiling heart will fill. 2If...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. X. Tsai Ch'ih : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Tsai Ch'ih;" narrative. The baroness Mu of Hs complains of not being allowed to go to Wei to condole with the marquis on the desolation of his state, and appeal to some great Powers on its behalf. 1 I wished to urge my steeds, and drive...
Book Xiv. The Odes Of Ts'ao. Iv. Hsia Ch'uan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Hsia Ch'an;" metaphorical and allusive. The misery and misgovernment of Ts'ao makes the writer think of Chou and of its former vigor and prosperity. 1Down from the spring the chilling waters pass, And overflow the bushy wolf-tail grass;...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Iv. Tung Fang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Tung Fang Chih Jih;" narrative. The licentious intercourse of the people of Ch'i. 1When the sun is in the east, That lovely girl I see. p. 108 In my chamber she appears; There fronting me is she. She treads upon my footsteps, And quickly...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xiv. Ch'uan Shui : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XIV The "Ch'an Shui;" allusive and narrative. A daughter of the house of Wei, married in another state, expresses her longing to revisit Wei. 1As the streamlet from its spring Flows into the river Ch'i, So my daily thoughts on wing p. 42 Fly, my...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xix. Erh Tsu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 47 XIX The Erh Ts Ch'ng Chou; narrative. Surmises as to the death of two sons of Duke Hsan. 1The two youths went into their boats, Whose shadow on the water floats. What evil to them came? Anxious and wondering, long we muse; Our hearts are...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 05 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK I SECTION III. THE DECADE OF MIN Y HSIAO TZ I The "Min Y Hsiao Tz;" narrative. Appropriate to the young King Chng, declaring his sentiments in the temple of his father. Alas for me, still but a child! For all too soon I know The cares...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 08 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 17 VII The "Kao Yang;" narrative. The easy dignity of the officers at some court. 1Arrayed in skins of lamb or sheep, With five silk braidings all of white, From court they go, to take their meal, All self-possessed, with spirits light. 2How...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Viii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 8 VIII The "Fou I;" narrative. The song of the plantain gatherers. 1We gather and gather the plantains; Come gather them anyhow. Yes, gather and gather the plantains, And here we have got them now. 2We gather and gather the plantains; Now off...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 04 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Fang Lo;" narrative. Seems to be a sequel to the preceding piece. The young king tells of his difficulties and incompetences; asks for counsel to help to copy the example of his father; states how he meant to do so; and concludes with...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. Viii. Shih Mai : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Shih Mai;" narrative. Appropriate to King Wu's sacrificing to Heaven, and to the spirits of all the hills and rivers, on a progress through the kingdom, after the overthrow of the Shang dynasty. Now through his many states rides Wu...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 09 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 16 VI The "Hsing Lu;" narrative and allusive. A lady resists an attempt to force her to marry, and argues her cause. 1The dew thick on the wet paths lay; Thither at early dawn my way I might have ta'en; but I said, "Nay. The dew is thick...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. Vi. Ssu Ch'i : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 345 VI The "Ss Ch'i;" narrative. The virtue of King Wn and its wonderful effects; with the excellent character of his mother and wife. 1Ta-jn was pure, of rev'rent life, From whom our King Wn sprang. Fit was she for his father's wife, And well...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. Vi. Huang Niao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The "Huang Niao;" allusive. Lament for three worthy brothers of Ch'in who were buried alive in the same grave with Duke Mu. 1They flit about, the yellow birds, And rest upon the jujubes find. Who buried were in Duke Mu's grave, Alive to awful...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. V. Nan Yu Chia Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 205 V The "Nan Yu Chia Y;" allusive. A festal ode appropriate to the entertainment of worthy guests, and celebrating the generous sympathy of the entertainer. 1The fishers of the south for barbel make Sharp search, and many with their baskets...
Book Xiii. The Odes Of Kuei. Ii. Su Kuan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Su Kuan;" narrative. Some one deplores the decay of filial feeling, as seen in the neglect of the mourning habit. 1O that I saw the mourning robe of white, Assumed when two years from the death are o'er, And earnest mourner's form...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. X. Chan Lu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Chan Lu;" allusive. A festal ode, appropriate to the convivial entertainment of the feudal princes at the royal court. 1The dew lies heavy all around, Nor, till the sun shines, leaves the ground. p. 210 Far into night we feasting sit; We...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. Ii. Part 02 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 76 II. Scotic The "Chn Tz Y Yi;" narrative. The feelings of a wife on the prolonged absence of her husband on service, and her longing for his return. 1The gudeman's awa, for to fecht wi' the stranger, An' when he'll be back, oh! my hert cann...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xxi. Chen Wei : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XXI The "Chn Wei;" narrative. A festivity of Chng, and advantage taken of it for licentious assignations. 1 Of the Chn and the Wei Onward the broad stream pours. Women and men go by, With valerian flowers. To gentleman a lady says, "Have you been...
Book Ii. The Praise Odes Of Lu. Ii. Yu Pi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Yu Pi;" allusive. The happy intercourse of some marquis of Lu with his ministers and officers;--how they deliberated on business, feasted together, and the ministers and officers expressed their good wishes. 1How sleek and strong, how...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Ii. Chiang Chung Tzu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Chiang Chung Tz;" narrative. A. lady begs her lover to let her alone, and not excite the suspicions of her parents and others. 1My worthy Chung, I pray, Do not in such a way Into my hamlet bound, My willow trees to wound. For them I do...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. Vii. Ko Lei : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Ko Lei;" allusive. A wanderer from Chou, separated from his kin, mourns over his lot. 1Around the creepers thickly spread, On the borders of the Ho. My native soil no more I tread; Into exile forth I go. Far removed from kindred all...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 13 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Ts'ai Fan;" narrative. The industry and reverence of a prince's wife, assisting him in sacrificing. 1Around the pools, the islets o'er, Fast she plucks white southernwood, To help the sacrificial store; And for our prince does service...
Book Xv. The Odes Of Pin. Ii. Ch'ih Hsiao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 174 II The "Ch'ih Hsiao;" metaphorical. The duke of Chou, in the person of a bird, whose young ones have been destroyed by an owl, vindicates the decisive course he had taken with rebellion. 1Owl, O owl, hear my request, And do not, owl...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. I. Hsiao Min : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 250 BOOK V. THE DECADE OF HSIAO MIN 1 The "Hsiao Min;" narrative. A lamentation over the recklessness and incapacity of the king's plans and of his counselors. 1Oh! pitying Heaven grows black with frown, That darkens far this lower sphere...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. I. Pei Shan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 273 BOOK VI. THE DECADE OF PEI SHAN I The "Pei Shan;" narrative. An officer complains of the arduous and continual duties unequally imposed upon him, and keeping him away from his parents, while others were left to enjoy their ease. 1I climb...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. Iii. Hsiao Jung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 141 III The "Hsiao Jung;" narrative. The lady of an officer absent on an expedition against the tribes of the west gives a glowing description of his chariot, and praises himself, expressing, but without murmuring, her regret at his absence...
Book Ix. The Odes Of Wei. I. Ko Chu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 116 BOOK IX. THE ODES OF WEI I The "Ko Ch;" narrative. The extreme parsimoniousness even of wealthy men in Wei. 1Thin cloth of dolichos supplies the shoes, In which some have to brave the frost and cold. A bride, when poor, her tender hands...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 07 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 18 VIII The "Yin Ch'i Lei;" allusive. A lady's admiration of her husband absent on public service, and her longing for his return. 1Grand in the south the thunder rolls, Beyond that lofty hill. Why must he go, nor dare to stay Brief space...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. X. Pan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Pan;" narrative. An officer of experience mourns over the prevailing misery; complains of the want of sympathy with him shown by other officers, admonishes them, and sets forth the duty required of them, especially in the angry mood...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. Ix. Min Lao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 380 IX The "Min Lao;" narrative. In a time of disorder and suffering, some officer of distinction calls upon his colleagues to join with him to effect a reformation in the capital, and put away the parties, especially flattering parasites, who...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. V. Fa Mu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 190 V The "Fa Mu;" allusive. A festal ode, sung at the entertainment of friends; intended to celebrate the duty and value of friendship, even to those of the highest rank. 1The woodmen's blows responsive ring, As on the trees they fall;...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. Viii. Liao O : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 266 VIII The "Liao O;" metaphorical, narrative, and allusive. A son deplores his hard fate in being prevented from rendering the last services to his parents, and enlarges on the parental claim. 1Long and large the "O" plants grow. "Hao"...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. V : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 6 V The Chung Ss; metaphorical. The fruitfulness of the locust; supposed to celebrate Tai Ss's freedom from jealousy. 1Ye locusts, wingd tribes, Gather in concord fine; Well your descendants may In numerous bright hosts shine! 2Ye locusts...
Book Xiii. The Odes Of Kuei. Iv. Fei Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Fei Fng;" narrative and allusive. Some one tells his sorrow for the decay of the power of Chou. 1 Not for the stormy wind, Nor rushing chariots' roar, But when I view the road to Chou,-- I'm pained to my heart's core. 2 Not...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. Vii. Yu Tsao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Y Tsao;" allusive. Praise of the king by the princes at some feast:--his quiet happiness in Hao. 1Fishes there among the pondweed lie; From the bank their large heads we espy;-- Fishes could not happier be. p. 308 Here in Hao resides our...
Book Iii. The Sacrificial Odes Of Shang. Part 02 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 481 III The "Hsan Niao;" narrative. Appropriate to a sacrifice in the ancestral temple of Shang:--intended specially to do honor to the king Wu-ting and the celebrating monarch. By Heaven sent down, the swallow came to earth, And gave to our...
Book Ii. The Praise Odes Of Lu. Iii. P'an Shui : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 466 III The "P'an Shui;" allusive and narrative. In praise of some marquis of Lu, celebrating his interest in the state college, which probably he had repaired or rebuilt, testifying his virtues, and auspicing for him a complete triumph over...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. Viii. Po Hsi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Po Hsi;" narrative and metaphorical. A wife mourns over the protracted absence of her husband on the king's service. 1How martial looks my noble man, The hero of the land! See him in chariot lead the van, His halberd in his hand! 2Since...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. Ii. Wei : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 434 II The "Wei T'ien Chih Ming;" narrative. Celebrating the virtue of King Wn as comparable to that of Heaven; and looking to him for blessing in the future. Heaven by a deep and ceaseless law Orders its ways with man. Pure shone, without...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. V. Ch'ing Jen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 91 V The "Ch'ing Jn;" narrative. The useless maneuvering of an army of Chng on the frontiers. 1The men of Ch'ing in Peng all idle lie. The general's chariot with its mail-clad team Moves restlessly, and, rising from it, gleam The tasseled...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Vii. K'ai Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "K'ai Fng;" metaphorical and allusive. Seven sons of some family in Wei blame themselves for the restless unhappiness of their mother. 1On that jujube tree the wind, From the south, blows soft and kind, Till each twig, in inmost place...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. Ii. Ch'iang Yu T'zu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 49 II The "Ch'iang Yu T'z;" allusive. The things done in the harem of the palace of Wei were too shameful to be told. 1As grows on wall the Tribulus, And 'gainst the brush retains its hold; So let what's in the harem done By us without rem...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. Ii. Hsing Wei : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Hsing Wei;" allusive and narrative. A festal ode, celebrating some entertainment given by the king to his relatives, with the trial of archery after the feast; celebrating especially the honor done on such occasions to the aged. 1See how...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. Vi. Chi Jih : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 221 VI The "Chi Jih;" narrative. Celebrating a hunting expedition by King Hsan on a smaller scale, attended by the officers of the court, and within the royal domain. 1The day "Mow-shin" was lucky found; Then to the sire of steeds we prayed...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 10 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Ss I;" narrative. An ode, appropriate to a sacrifice and the feast after it. In robes of silk, all bright and clean, And temple cap, with reverent mien, p. 459 The officer walks from the hall Straight to the porch, and looks at all...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. Ii. Ssu T'ieh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 140 II The "Ss T'ieh;" narrative. Celebrating the growing opulence of the lords of Ch'in, as seen in their hunting. 1Our ruler to the hunt proceeds; And black as iron are his steeds That heed the charioteer's command, Who holds the six reins...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. Ix. Yu Hu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Yu Hu;" metaphorical. A woman expresses her desire for a husband. 1Lonely, suspicious, is that fox, At that dame cross the Ch'i. Like him that man, for whom I'm sad! No lower dress has he. 2Lonely, suspicious, is that fox, At that deep...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xvi. Pei Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 44 XVI The "Pei Fng;" metaphorical and narrative. Some one of Wei presses his friends to leave the country with him at once, in consequence of the prevailing oppression and misery. 1As when the north winds keenly blow,. And all around fast...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 03 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XII The "Yeh Yu Ss Chn;" allusive and narrative. A virtuous young lady resists the attempts of a seducer. 1In the wild lies an antelope dead, Wrapt up in a mat of white grass. With her thoughts of the spring comes a maid, Whom a treacherous fop...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Ii. Shan Yu Ch'u : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 128 II The "Shan Yu Ch'u;" allusive. The folly of not enjoying the good things which we have, and letting death put them into the hands of others. 1The thorny elms on the mountains grow, And the white elms rise where the grounds are low. You...
Title Page : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], THE BOOK OF POETRY CHINESE TEXT WITH ENGLISH TRANSLATION BY JAMES LEGGE, D.D., LL.D. THE CHINESE BOOK COMPANY SHANGHAI, CHINA [1931] "Original publication:" THE SHE KING; OR, THE BOOK OF ANCIENT POETRY, TRANSLATED IN ENGLISH VERSE, WITH ESSAYS...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xiv. Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XIV The "Fng;" narrative. A woman regrets lost opportunities, and would welcome a fresh suitor. 1Handsome the suitor was and stout, Who for me in the lane looked out: I should have gone with him I doubt. p. 98 2Can I that suitor's form forget...
Book Xv. The Odes Of Pin. Iv. P'o Fu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 178 IV The "P'o Fu;" narrative. Responsive to the last ode. His soldiers praise the duke of Chou for his magnanimity and sympathy with the people. 1 We splintered our axes, and brought Our hatchets all to the same plight. But the duke of Chou...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 06 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XI The "Pan;" narrative. The greatness of Chou, and its firm possession of the kingdom, as seen in the progresses of its reigning sovereign. Oh! great is now the house of Chou. The lofty hills we climb,-- Both those whose ridges far extend...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. V. Sung Kao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 408 V The "Sung Kao;" narrative. Celebrating the appointment by King Hsan of a relative to be the marquis of Shn, and defender of the southern border of the kingdom, with the arrangements made for his entering on his charge. 1How gr...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. Ii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 77 III. Scotic The "Chn Tz Yang Yang;" narrative. The husband's satisfaction, and the wife's joy, on his return. 1The gudeman's come hame, an' his face weers a bloom, His organ o' reeds he hads in his left han'; An' his richt han' ca's me...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. V. Yu Ku : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Yu Ku;" narrative. The blind musicians of Chou; the instruments of music; and their harmony. Prepared probably for the occasion of the duke of Chou's completing his instruments of music, and announcing the fact at a grand performance...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. Viii. Cheng Yueh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 239 VIII The "Chng Yeh;" narrative, allusive, and metaphorical. A lamentation over the miseries of the kingdom, and the ruin coming on it, all through the king's employment of worthless creatures, and his indulgence of his favorite Pao Ss. 1...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Vi. Chi Ku : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The Chi Ku; narrative. Soldiers of Wei bewail their separation from their families, and anticipate that it will be final. 1List to the thunder and roll of the drum! See how we spring and brandish the dart! Some raise Ts'ao's walls; some do...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Viii. Hsiung Chih : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 34 VIII The "Hsiung Chih;" allusive and narrative. A wife deplores the absence of her husband, and celebrates his virtue. 1Away the startled pheasant flies, With lazy movement of his wings. Borne was my heart's lord from my eyes;-- What p...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 02 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 454 IV The "Hsiao Pi;" narrative. King Chng acknowledges that he had erred, and states his purpose to be careful in the future; he will guard against the slight beginnings of evil, and is penetrated with a sense of his own incompetences. When...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. I. Yuan Ch'iu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 151 BOOK XII. THE ODES OF CH'N I The "Yan Ch'iu;" narrative. The dissipation and pleasure seeking of the officers of Ch'n. 1How gay and volatile you are, When upon Yan Ch'iu's top you stand! Kindly you are indeed, but want All that would men's...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 11 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 14 IV The "Ts'ai Pin;" narrative. The diligence and reverence of the young wife of an officer, doing her part in sacrificial offerings. 1She gathers fast the large duckweed, From valley stream that southward flows; And for the pondweed...
Book Ix. The Odes Of Wei. Iv. Chih Hu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 120 IV The "Chih Hu;" narrative. A young soldier on service solaces himself with the thought of home. 1To the top of that tree-clad hill I go, And towards my father I gaze, Till with my mind's eye his form I espy, And my mind's ear hears how...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. Ix : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "T'iao Chih Hua;" metaphorical. The writer laments his misery amidst and in consequence of the general decay of the kingdom. 1Deep yellow are turned The bignonia flowers; p. 329 And my wounded heart Its sorrow outpours. 2The flowers are...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Ii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Ko T'an"; narrative. Celebrating the industry and dutifulness of King Wn's queen. 1Sweet was the scene. The spreading dolichos Extended far, down to the valley's depths, With leaves luxuriant. The orioles Fluttered around, ...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. Iii. Wei Ch'ing : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Wei Ch'ing;" narrative. Appropriate at some sacrifice to King Wn, and celebrating his statutes. The statutes of King Wn are pure and clear; Them we must guard, and in our lives revere. p. 435 Since first we sacrificed to him till now...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. V. Ch'ou Mou : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 131 V The "Ch'ou Mou;" allusive. Husband and wife express their delight at their unexpected union. 1 Round and round the fagots I've bound, And the Heart in heaven shines clear. Oh! that I such an evening have found! That this good man should...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Xi. Chao Min : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 430 XI The "Chao Min;" narrative, all but Stanza 6, which is metaphorical. The writer bemoans the misery and ruin which were going on, and shows how they were owing to the king's employment of mean and worthless characters. 1O pitying Heaven...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. Iii. Yu Li : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Y Li;" allusive and narrative. An ode used at district entertainments, celebrating the abundance of everything, and the prosperity of the times. 1By means of simplest fish trap that men make, Sand blowers small and yellow jaws they...
Book Ix. The Odes Of Wei. Ii. Fen Chu Ju : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 117 II The "Fn Ch Ju;" allusive. Against the parsimoniousness of the officers of Wei. 1 Where near the Fn damp is the ground, The sorrel gatherers are found, To eke their scanty food. Such arts that officer displays, (Whose elegance exceeds...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. Iv. Fu I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 367 IV The "Fu I;" allusive. An ode, appropriate to the feast given to the personators of the departed, on the day after the sacrifice in the ancestral temple. 1How the flocks of the wild ducks and widgeons play, As they now skim the King...
Book Xv. The Odes Of Pin. V. Fa Ko : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Fa Ko;" metaphorical. While there is a proper and necessary way for everything, man need not go far to find what it is. 1In hewing an ax shaft, how must you act? Another ax take, or you'll never succeed. In taking a wife, be sure 'tis...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. Vi. Part 02 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Yang Chih Shui;" allusive. The troops of Chou, kept on duty in Shin, murmur at their separation from their families. 1 Fretted the waters seem, Yet gently flows the stream;-- Unable a fagot to bear. Guarding Shin here we roam, Wives...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. X. Nan Kai : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Nan Kai". This is one of the six odes which are commonly spoken of as having been lost. The subject of the Nan Kai was: Filial sons admonishing one another on the duty of supporting their parents.
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. X : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Ho Ts'ao Pu Huang;" allusive and narrative. The misery and murmuring of soldiers constantly employed on expeditionary services, and treated without any consideration. 1Yellow now is all the grass; All the days in marching pass. On the move...
Book Ii. The Praise Odes Of Lu. I. Kung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK II. THE PRAISE ODES OF LU I The "Kung;" narrative. Celebrating some marquis of Lu for his constant and admirable thoughtfulness, especially as seen in the number and quality of his horses. 1 On the wide plains, our frontiers near...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xii. Chiao T'ung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XII The "Chiao T'ung;" narrative. A woman scorning her lover. 1O dear! that artful boy Refuses me a word! But, sir, I shall enjoy My food, though you're absurd! 2O dear! that artful boy My table will not share! But, sir, I shall enjoy My rest...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. Iv. Yu Po : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Y Po;" allusive and narrative. In praise of King Wn, celebrating his activity, influence, and capacity to rule. 1Abundant grow the oaks, and round them rise A mass of shrubs, both yielding large supplies Of firewood, or to burn or store...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. Vii. Huang I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 347 VII The "Huang I;" narrative. Showing the rise of the house of Chou to the sovereignty of the kingdom through the favor of God. The cases and achievements of King Ta, King Chi, and especially of King Wn. 1Oh! great is God. His glance...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. V. Chia Lo : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Chia Lo;" narrative. In praise of some king,--perhaps King Ch'ng,--whose virtue secured to him the favor of Heaven; presaging for him all happiness, and especially a line of distinguished posterity. Probably the response of the personators...
Book Xiv. The Odes Of Ts'ao. Iii. Shih Chiu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Shih Chiu;" allusive. The praise of some one, some earl, probably of Ts'ao, uniformly of virtuous conduct and of extensive influence. 1See in the mulberry tree the turtledove Her seven young tending with untiring love. Like her is he...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. Ix. Hsia Wu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Hsia Wu;" narrative. In praise of King Wu, walking in the ways of his forefathers, and by his filial piety securing the throne to himself and his posterity. 1Kings die in Chou, and others rise, And in their footsteps tread. Three had...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. Vi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 80 VI The "T'u Yan;" metaphorical. An officer of Chou declares his weariness of life because of the growing miseries of the state, and of the way in which men of principle suffered, while worthless men escaped. 1 Caught is the pheasant...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Viii. Chiang Han : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 421 VIII The "Chiang Han;" narrative. Celebrating an expedition against the more southern tribes of the Huai, and the work done for the king in their country by Hu. earl of Chao, with the manner in which the king rewarded him and he responded...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. Ix. Shih : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Shih Yeh Chih Chiao;" narrative. Lamentation of an officer over prodigies, celestial and terrestrial, betokening the ruin of Chou. He expounds the true causes of these and the abounding misery; names the chief culprits, and declares his...
Book Iii. The Sacrificial Odes Of Shang. V. Yin Wu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Yin Wu;" narrative. Celebrating the war of Wu-ting against King-ch'u, its success, and the general happiness and virtue of his reign;--made, probably, when a special and permanent temple was made for him as the Kao Tsung, "the High...
Book Xiv. The Odes Of Ts'ao. Ii. Hou Jen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 164 II The "Hou Jn;" allusive and metaphorical. Lament over the favor shown to worthless officers at the court of Ts'ao. And the discountenance of good men. 1Each warden of the gates appears, With lancers and with halberdiers, As well befits...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. I. Pai Chou : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK III. THE ODES OF P'EI I The Pai Chou; mostly narrative. An officer of worth bewails the neglect and contempt with which he was treated. 1It floats about, that boat of cypress wood, Now here, now there, as by the current borne. Nor rest n...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. Ix. Chih Ching : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Chih Ching;" narrative. An ode appropriate in sacrificing to the kings Wu, Ch'ng, and K'ang. The arm of Wu was full of might; None could his fire withstand; p. 440 And Ch'ng and K'ang stood forth to sight, As kinged by God's own hand. We...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. X. Ho Ming : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Ho Ming;" metaphorical. Certain moral lessons from natural facts. 1All true words fly, as from yon reedy marsh The crane rings o'er the wild its screaming harsh. Vainly you try reason in chains to keep;-- Freely it moves as fish sweeps...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xix. Ch'u Ch'i : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XIX The "Ch'u Ch'i Tung Mn;" narrative. A man's praise of his own poor wife, contrasted with flaunting beauties. 1My path forth from the east gate lay, Where cloudlike moved the girls at play. Numerous are they, as clouds so bright, But not...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. Viii. Chuan O : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Chan O;" narrative, with allusive portions. Addressed by the duke of Chao to King Ch'ng, desiring for him long prosperity and congratulating him, in order to admonish him, on the happiness of his people, and the number of his admirable...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. Iv. Ku Chung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Ku Chung;" narrative. Supposed to refer to and deplore some expedition of King Yu to the country about the Huai, where he abandoned himself to the delights of music. 1 How peal the royal bells, As the Huai sweeps along to the main! A tale...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. Iii. Chen Lu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Chn Lu;" allusive. Celebrating the representatives of the two former dynasties, who had come to court to assist at sacrifice:--may have been sung when the king was dismissing them in the ancestral temple. Round yonder marsh, there...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Vi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The" T'ao Yao;" allusive. Praise of a bride going to her future home. 1Graceful and young the peach tree stands; How rich its flowers, all gleaming bright! This bride to her new home repairs; Chamber and house she'll order right. p. 7...
Book Xv. The Odes Of Pin. Vi. Chiu Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 180 VI The "Chiu Y;" allusive and narrative. The people of the east express their admiration of the duke of Chou, and sorrow at his returning to the west. 1The nine inclosures of the net The rud and bream keep tight. Our prince in dragon robe...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. Viii. Ch'u Ch'e : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 198 VIII The "Ch'u Ch'"; narrative. An ode of congratulation, on the return of the troops from the expedition against the Hsien-yn. 1 Forth from the city in our cars we drove, Until we halted at the pasture ground. The general came, and there...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. Iii. Shih Jen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 63 III The "Shih Jn;" narrative. Chuang Chiang as she appeared on her arrival in Wei. Her great connections; her beauty; her equipage; the riches of Ch'i. 1 The lady was of figure large and tall. In broidered robe, hid 'neath a garment pl...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. Iii. Huang Huang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Huang Huang Ch Hua;" allusive and narrative. An ode appropriate to the dispatch of an envoy; complimentary to him, and suggesting instructions as to the discharge of his duty. 1As the flower that blooms bright on the mountain or lea, Is...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. Ii. Hsiao Yuan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Hsiao Yan;" narrative and allusive. Some officer, in a time of disorder and misgovernment, urges on his brothers the duty of maintaining their own virtue, and of observing the greatest caution. 1The dove coos gently in the bush, Then...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. Viii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Ts'ai Ko;" narrative. A lady longs for the society of the object of her affection. 1He's there, the dolichos among! Only one day from sight away,-- To me it seems as three months long! 2He's there, among the southernwood! Only one day...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. Ix. Yu K'o : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Yu K'o;" narrative. Celebrating the duke of Sung on one of his appearances at the capital to assist at the sacrifice in the ancestral temple of Chou;--showing how he was esteemed and cherished by the king. Behold our noble visit...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. V. Han Lu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Han Lu;" allusive and narrative. In praise of the virtue of King Wan, blessed by his ancestors, and raised to the highest dignity without seeking of his own. 1Round the foot of Mount Han Grow the hazel and thorn. Self-possession and ease...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Ii. Hsuan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 106 II The "Hsan;" narrative. Frivolous and vainglorious compliments interchanged by the hunters of Ch'i. 1"How agile you are!" 'Twas thus that I spoke, What time near to Nao together we drew. Two boars three years old from cover then broke...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. V. Ch'e Kung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Ch' Kung;" narrative. Celebrating a great hunting, presided over by King Hsan, on occasion of his giving audience to the feudal princes at the eastern capital of Lu. 1Our chariots were well built and firm, Well matched our steeds...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Ix. P'ao Yu K'u Yeh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 35 IX The "P'ao Yu K'u Yeh", allusive and narrative. Against the licentious manners of Wei. 1Its bitter leaves still hang upon the gourd; Deep is the water where we cross the ford. Conditions these which well might make them pause, But bent...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xv. Pei Men : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 43 XV The "Pei Mn;" metaphorical and narrative. An officer of Wei sets forth, rather jestingly, his hard lot, and his silence under it in submission to Heaven. 1My way leads forth by the gate on the north; My heart is full of woe. I hav'n't...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. I. Shu Li : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 74 BOOK VI. THE ODES OF THE ROYAL DOMAIN I The "Shu Li;" narrative. An officer describes his melancholy and reflections on seeing the desolation of the old capital of Chou. 1Where the palaces rose grand, When Chou nobly ruled the land, Millets...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. X. Wu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Wu;" narrative. Sung in the ancestral temple to the music regulating the dance in honor of the achievements of King Wu. You were august and great, O royal Wu, And showed your matchless strength in every plan. Your father Wn, accomplished...
Book Ix. The Odes Of Wei. Vii. Shih Shu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 125 VII The "Shih Shu;" metaphorical. Against the oppression and extortion of the government of Wei. 1Large rats, large rats, let us entreat That you our millet will not eat. But the large rats we mean are you, With whom three years we've had...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Vi. Ti Tu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 132 VI The "Ti Tu;" allusive. Lament of an individual bereaved of his brothers and relatives, or forsaken by them. 1A russet pear tree rises all alone, But rich the growth of leaves upon it shown? I walk alone, without one brother left...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. Vii. N : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Nan Shan Yu T'ai;" allusive. A festal ode, where the ruler, as the host, celebrates the virtues of his ministers, who are the guests, and supplicates blessings on them. 1 The southern hills the "t'ai" plant show, The northern yield...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. Viii. Ts'ai Shu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Ts'ai Shu;" allusive and narrative. Responsive to the former;--celebrating the appearance of the feudal princes at the court, the splendor of their array, the propriety of their demeanor, and the favor conferred on them by the king...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. X. Yu Liu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Y Liu;" metaphorical and allusive. Some noble tells how impossible it was to approach or do anything for the king, and warns the others against doing so. 1The willow trees luxuriant grow. Who is not glad himself to throw Beneath their...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. Viii. Yu I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 208 VIII The "Yu I". How all things were produced and flourished as was natural to them. Text wanting.
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. I. Ch'i Ao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 60 BOOK V. THE ODES OF WEI I The "Ch'i Ao;" allusive. The praise of Duke Wu--his assiduous cultivation of himself; his dignity; his accomplishments. 1How rich the clumps of green bamboo, Around each cove of Ch'i! They lead my thoughts to our...
Book Xiii. The Odes Of Kuei. Iii. Shih Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Shih Yu Ch'ang Ts'oo;" narrative. Some one, groaning under the oppression of the government, wishes he were an unconscious tree. 1Where the grounds are wet and low, There the trees of goat-peach grow, With their branches small and smooth...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. X. Yu Wu Cheng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 247 X The "Y Wu Chng;" narrative. A groom of the chambers mourns over the miserable state of the kingdom, the incorrigible course of the king, and the retirement from office and responsibility of many, while he alone holds to his post. 1O vast...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. X. Ssu Yueh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 271 X The "Ss Yeh;" allusive and narrative. An officer bitterly deplores the oppression and misery of the time. 1In the fourth month summer shines; In the sixth the heat declines. Nature thus grants men relief; Tyranny gives only grief. Were...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. Vii. Chieh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Chieh Nan Shan;" allusive and narrative. A lamentation over the miserable state of the kingdom, denouncing the injustice and carelessness of Grand Master Yin as the cause of it, and the conduct of the king. 1That southern hill, sublime...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. I. Po Chou : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 48 BOOK IV. THE ODES OF YUNG I The "Po Chou;" allusive. Protest of a widow against being urged to marry again. 1In the mid Ho that cypress boat floats free, While friends a second marriage press on me. I see my husband's youthful forehead...
Book Xiv. The Odes Of Ts'ao. I. Fou Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 163 BOOK XIV. THE ODES OF TS'AO I The "Fou Yu;" metaphorical. Against some parties in the state, occupied with frivolous pursuits, and oblivious of important matters. 1Like splendid robes appear the wings Of the ephemeral fly; And such...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. Iii. Chi Tsui : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 365 III The "Chi Tsui;" narrative. Responsive to the last;--the uncles and brothers of the king express their sense of his kindness, and their wishes for his happiness, mostly in the words in which the personators of the dead had conveyed...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. I. Wen Wang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 331 PART III GREATER ODES OF THE KINGDOM BOOK I. DECADE OF KING WN I The "Wn Wang;" narrative. Celebrating King Wn, dead and alive, as the founder of the dynasty of Chou, showing how his virtues drew to him the favoring regard of Heaven...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. Iii. Hsiao Pien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Hsiao Pien;" allusive and narrative. The eldest son and heir apparent of King Yu bewails his degradation, and the ease with which the king was led away by slanderers. 1To the trees that are their home, Flying slow, the crows all come...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. Vi. Hsin Nan Shan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 287 VI The "Hsin Nan Shan;" narrative. Husbandry traced to its first author; details about it, going on to the subject of sacrifices to ancestors. 1Yes, all about that southern hill, Great Y pursued his wondrous toil. He drained the pl...
Book Ix. The Odes Of Wei. Iii. Yuan Yu T'ao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Yan Yu T'ao;" allusive. An officer tells his grief because of the misgovernment of the state, and how he was misunderstood. 1A fruit, small as the garden peach, May still be used for food. A state, though poor as ours, might thrive, If...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. V. Tung Fang Wei Ming : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Tung Fang Wei Ming;" narrative and metaphorical. The irregularity and disorder of the court of Ch'i; as seen especially in the time of giving the morning audience. 1I was putting my clothes on upside down, Before the eastern sky was clear...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. Viii. Ta Tien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 291 VIII The "Ta Tien"; narrative. Further pictures of husbandry and sacrifices connected with it. 1Various the toils which fields so large demand! We choose the seed; we take our tools in hand. In winter for our work we thus prepare; Then...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Viii. Lu Ling : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Lu Ling;" narrative. The admiration in Ch'i of hounds and hunters. 1"Ling-ling" go the hounds; "ling-ling" the hounds go. Their master is kindly and good, as we know. p. 112 2With double rings furnished, on go the hounds; In goodness...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Iii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 4 III The "Chan rh;" narrative. Lamenting the absence of a cherished friend, probably of a husband. 1Though small my basket, all my toil Filled it with mouse-ears but in part. I set it on the path, and sighed For the dear master of my heart...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. V. Ho Jen Ssu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Ho Jn Ss;" narrative. Some noble suffering from slander, and suspecting that the slanderer was an old friend, intimates the grounds of his suspicion, and laments his case, while he would welcome the restoration of their former relations. 1...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Ix. Wu I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 135 IX The "Wu I;" narrative. A request to the king's envoy for the acknowledgment of Duke Wu as marquis of Chin. 1State robes can he be said to want? His robes the seven high symbols show. But let him have them by your grant:-- That peace...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. X. Yu Ti Chih Tu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Yu Ti Chih Tu; "metaphorical. Some one regrets the poverty of his circumstances, which prevented him from gathering around him companions whom he admired. 1On the left of the way, a russet pear tree Stands there all alone,--a fit image...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Xii. Ts'ai Ling : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XII The "Ts'ai Ling;" metaphorical. Against giving ear to slanderers. 1When told to Shou-yang's top to go, The "ling" plants there to take, The speaker false at once you'd know, Nor heed the words he spake. p. 138 And so, when men their stories...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Iv. Ta Shu Yu T'ien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 89 IV The "Ta Shu Y T'ien;" narrative. Celebrating the charioteering, daring, and archery of "Shu Tuan". 1Our Shu a-hunting forth has gone; In four-horsed chariot grand he shone. As ribbon in his grasp each rein; With measured steps, like...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. X. Ch'uan Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Ch'an Y;" narrative, Some parties, probably refugees, complain of the diminished respect and attention paid to them. 1He lodged us in a spacious house, And plenteous was our fare. But now at every frugal meal There's not a scrap to spare...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. Ii. Tung Men Chih Fen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 152 II The "Tung Mn Chih Fn;" narrative. Wanton associations of the young people of Ch'n. 1The white elms by the east gate grow, And clumps of oaks crown Yan Ch'iu's head; There Tz-chung's daughter oft we see, Dancing about beneath their shade...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. Viii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Chien Chien Chih Shih;" narrative. Commemorating the hardships of a long and difficult expedition to the east, aggravated by great rains. 1How high those frowning rocks arise! With awe they fill the mind. p. 328 Our way through streams...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Iii. Yang Chih Shui : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 129 III The "Yang Chih Shui;" allusive. Rebellion plotted against the Marquis of Chin by the chief of Ch'-wu and his partisans. 1 'Midst the fretted waters The white rocks grandly stand. To Wu we'll follow you, With white silk robe in h...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. V. Shun Chih Pen Pen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 53 V The "Shun Chih Pn Pn;" allusive. Against Hsan Chiang and Chao Po, as worse than beasts. 1How bold the quails together rush, Each fighting for his mate! How strong the magpies, battling fierce Upon the same debate! This man, without...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. Vi. Ch'ien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 446 VI The "Ch'ien;" narrative. Sung in the first month of winter, and in spring, when the king presented a fish in the ancestral temple. In Ch'i and Ch, those streams of I, About the warrens fish abound. Large swarms of various kinds we see...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. V : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Chung Ku Yu T'ui;" allusive. The sad case of a woman forced to separate from her husband by the pressure of famine. 1The valleys show the motherwort, Now scorched in each dry spot. Behold a wife driven forth from home, Beneath hard...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. Viii. Ling T'ai : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 352 VIII The "Ling T'ai;" narrative. The joy of the people in the growing opulence and dignity of King Wn. 1When Wn to build his wondrous tower began, Of all its plan a scheme he drew. To do the work, in crowds the people ran, And as by magic...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. Ix. Chan Pi Lo I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 293 IX The "Chan Pi Lo I;" narrative. The feudal princes, met at some gathering in the eastern capital, praise the king as he appears among them. 1Fitness for war, 'mid peace, we here acquire, Around the Lo, whose waters, broad and deep, Flow...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Tsai Shan"; narrative. The cultivation of the ground, from the first breaking of it up till it yields abundant harvests;--available specially for sacrifices and on festive occasions. The toilers come to clear the ground, Where grass...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. Iv. Wo Hsing : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 230 IV The "Wo Hsing Ch'i Yeh;" narrative. An officer, who had left the royal domain, and sought for protection in a state where he had affinities by marriage, relates his disappointment, and the unworthy cause of it. 1All through the fields I...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. Viii. Hsiang Shu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Hsiang Shu;" allusive. A man without propriety is not equal to a rat. 1Behold a rat! Its skin has glossy sheen! Then mark that man's demeanor, poor and mean! Bearing of bearing void!--what means it? This:-- 'Twere better death th...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. Vi. Hsiang Pai : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 263 VI The "Hsiang Pai;" metaphorical, narrative, and allusive. A eunuch, suffering from slander, complains of his fate, and warns and denounces his enemies. 1A few fine lines, at random drawn, Like the shell pattern wrought in lawn To hasty...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xiii. Chien Hsi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XIII The "Chien Hsi;" narrative and allusive. Half in scorn, half in sorrow, an officer of Wei tells of the mean services in which he was employed. 1With mind indifferent, things I easy take. In every dance I prompt appearance make:-- Then, when...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. Iii. Huang Niao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 229 III The "Huang Niao;" metaphorical. Some officer, who had withdrawn to another state, finds his expectations of the people there disappointed, and proposes to return to the royal domain. 1Thou yellow-plumaged bird, O spare The paper shrubs...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Vi. Cheng Min : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The "Chng Min;" narrative. Celebrating the virtues of Chung Shan-fu, who appears to have been one of the principal ministers of King Hsan, and his dispatch to the east, to fortify the capital of the state of Ch'i. 1Heaven made the race of men...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. Vi. Wu Yang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The "Wu Yang;" narrative. Supposed to celebrate the largeness and condition of King Hsan's flocks and herds; with an auspice of the prosperity of the kingdom. 1 Who dares to say your sheep are few? The flocks are all three hundred strong. Who...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. X. Tse P'o : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 158 X The "Ts P'o;" allusive. A gentleman's admiration of and longing for a certain lady. 1There where its shores the marsh surround, Rushes and lotus plants abound. Their loveliness brings to my mind The lovelier one that I would find...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. V. Pai Hua : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 322 V The "Pai Hua;" metaphorical. The wife of King Yu complains of being degraded and forsaken. 1The fibers of the white-flowered rush Are with the white grass bound. So do the two together go, In closest union found. And thus should m...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. Vi. T'ien Pao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The "T'ien Pao;" narrative. An ode responsive to any of the five preceding. His officers and guests, feasted by the king, celebrate his praises, and desire for him the blessing of Heaven and of his ancestors. 1Heaven shields and sets thee fast...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Iv. Chiao Liao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Chiao Liao;" allusive and metaphorical. Supposed to celebrate the power and prosperity of Huanshu, and to predict the growth of his family. 1 What clusters so rare The pepper plants bear! A measure, luxuriant and large, they would fill...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. Iii. Lu Yueh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Lu Yeh;" narrative. Celebrating a successful expedition against the Hsien-yn, and especially the character and conduct of Keih-foo who commanded in it. 1When the sixth month had come, the turmoil of war Burst suddenly forth, and each...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. Ii. Ts'ai Lu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 318 II The "Ts'ai Lu;" narrative. A wife tells her sorrow and incapability of attending to anything, in the prolonged absence of her husband, to whom she was fondly attached. 1So full am I of anxious thought, Though all the morn king grass...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Xi. I Chieh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XI The "I Chieh;" narrative. Lament over Duke Chuang of Lu, notwithstanding his beauty of person, elegance of manners, and skill in archery. 1A grand man is the prince of Lu, With person large and high. Lofty his front, and suited to The fine...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Iii. Shu Yu T'ien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 88 III The "Shu Y T'ien;" narrative. The admiration with which "Shu Tuan" was regarded. 1To the hunt Shu has gone, And people there are none Remaining in the street. Perhaps a few you'll find; But none like Shu so kind, So graceful, will you...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Iii. Sang Jou : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 396 III The "Sang Jou;" metaphorical, narrative, and allusive. The earl of Jui mourns over the disorder and misery of the times, with a view to reprehend the misgovernment of King Li,--especially his oppressions and listening to bad counselors...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. V. Chu Kan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 69 V The "Chu Kan;" narrative. A daughter of the house of Wei, married in another state, expresses her longing to revisit Wei. 1With long and tapering rods, You angle in the Ch'i. I think of you, dear friends, Here far removed from Wei...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. Vii. Ch'en Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Ch'n Fng;" allusive. A wife tells her grief because of the absence of her husband, and his forgetfulness of her. 1The falcon swiftly seeks the north, And forest gloom that sent it forth. Since I no more my husband see, My heart...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. Vii. Hu Yeh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Hu Yeh;" narrative. Where the provisions are most frugal, all the rules of polite intercourse may yet be preserved. 1A few gourd leaves that waved about Cut down and boiled;--the feast how spare! p. 327 But the good host his spirits...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. V. Tung Men Chih Yang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Tung Mn Chih Yang;" allusive. The failure of an assignation. 1Where grow the willows near the eastern gate, And 'neath their leafy shade we could recline, She said at evening she would me await, And brightly now I see the day star shine...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. Iii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Chu Miao;" allusive and narrative. Celebrating the service of the earl of Shao in building the city of Seay, and the cheerful alacrity of his soldiers under his management. 1As the young millet, by the genial rain Enriched, shoots up...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. Iii. Mien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Mien;" metaphorical and narrative. The small beginnings and subsequent growth of the house of Chou. Its removal from Pin under T'an-f u, and settlement in Chou, down to the time of King Wn. 1As grow the gourds, with ever length'ning stem...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Ix. Yu Nu T'ung Ch'e : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Yu N T'ung Ch';" narrative. The praise of some lady. 1There by his side in chariot rideth she, As lovely flower of the hibiscus tree, So fair her face; and when about they wheel, Her girdle gems of "ch" themselves reveal. For beauty all...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. X. Ku Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Ku Fng;" metaphorical, allusive, and narrative. The plaint of a wife supplanted by another, and rejected by her husband. 1 The east wind gently blows, With cloudy skies and rain. 'Twixt man and wife should ne'er be strife, But harmony...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Xi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XI The "Lin Chih Chih;" allusive. Celebrating the goodness of the offspring and descendants of King Wn. 1As the feet of the "lin", which avoid each living thing, So our prince's noble sons no harm to men will bring. " They" are the "lin!" 2...
Book Iii. The Sacrificial Odes Of Shang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Ch'ang Fa;" narrative. Celebrating Ch'i, the ancestor of the house of Shang; Hsiang-tu, his grandson; T'ang, the founder of the dynasty; and I Yin, T'ang's chief adviser. 1 The lords of Shang wisdom profound had shown, And omens of their...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. Iv. Hsi Sang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Hsi Sang;" allusive and narrative. The writer tells his admiration and love for some men of noble character. 1Where lies the ground both wet and low, The mulberry trees in beauty grow;-- 'Tis sweet to see their clust'ring leaves. Such...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xvii. Tzu Chin : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 100 XVII The "Tz Chin;" narrative. A lady mourns the indifference and absence of her student lover. 1You student, with the collar blue, Long pines my heart with anxious pain. Although I do not go to you, Why from all word do you refrain? 2O...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. Iv. Ch'e Hsia : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 300 IV The "Ch' Hsia;" narrative and allusive. The rejoicing of a bridegroom over his young, beautiful, and virtuous bride. 1With axle creaking, all on fire I went, To fetch my young and lovely bride. No thirst or hunger pangs my bosom rent...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 23 XIV The "Tsou Y"; narrative. Celebrating some prince in the south for his benevolence. 1Five boars collect where grow the rushes rank and strong; He only sends one arrow all the five among. Oh! the "Tsou Y" is he! 2Five pigs collect where...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 316 BOOK VIII. THE DECADE OF TU JN SHIH I The "Tu Jn Shih;" narrative. Praise of the ladies and gentlemen of a former time for the simplicity of their dress, the correctness of their deportment, and the elegance of their manners. 1In the old...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. Vii. Chiung Cho : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 375 VII The "Chiung Cho;" allusive. The most unlikely things may by human ingenuity be made useful; how much more should a sovereign fulfill the duties of his position! 1Bring water from the distant pool, And let it settle in a jar. Millet...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. Ix. Chu Lin : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Chu Lin;" narrative. The intrigue of Duke Ling with the lady of Chu Lin. 1What to Chu Lin takes his car? Hsia Nan is the leading star. Not for Chu Lin does he go; Hsia Nan 'tis who draws him so. 2Oft his purpose to go there At the court...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. I. Chi Ming : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 105 BOOK VIII. THE ODES OF CH'I I The "Chi Ming;" narrative. A model marchioness stimulating her husband to rise early, and attend to his duties at court. 1His lady to the marquis says, "The cock has crowed; 'tis late. Get up, my lord...
Book Iv. The Decade Of Ch'i Fu. V. Ssu Kan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 231 V The "Ss Kan;" narrative. On the completion of a royal palace; description of it, and good wishes for the builder and his posterity. 1On yonder banks a palace, lo! upshoots, The tender blue of southern hill behind; Firm-founded, like...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xiii. Ch'ien Shang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 97 XIII The "Ch'ien Shang;" narrative. A lady's declaration of her attachment to her lover, whom she addresses, however, in a defiant manner. 1If you, good sir, continue to be kind, I'll hold my garments up the Chn to cross. If you prefer...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Vi. Kao Ch'iu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 92 VI The "Kao Ch'iu;" narrative. Celebrating some officer of Chng for his elegant appearance and integrity. 1How glossy is the lambkin's fur, Smooth to the touch, and fair to view! In it arrayed, that officer Rests in his lot, to virtue true...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. V. Chung Nan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], V The "Chung Nan;" allusive. Celebrating the growing opulence of some ruler of Ch'in, and admonishing, while praising, him. 1What trees grow on the Chung-nan hill? The white fir and the plum. In fur of fox, 'neath broidered robe, Thither our...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. Ii. Ssu Mu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 184 II The "Ss Mu;" narrative and allusive. A festal ode, complimentary to an officer on his return from an expedition, celebrating the union in him of loyal duty and filial feeling. 1On dashed my four steeds, without halt, without stay...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. I. Ch'ing Miao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 433 PART IV ODES OF THE TEMPLE AND THE ALTAR BOOK I. SACRIFICIAL ODES OF CHOU SECTION I. DECADE OF CH'ING MIAO I The "Ch'ing Miao;" narrative. Celebrating the reverential manner in which a sacrifice to King Wn was performed, and further...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. I. T'ung Kung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 211 BOOK III. THE DECADE OF T'UNG KUNG I The "T'ung Kung;" narrative. A festal ode, on occasion of a feast given by the king to some prince for the merit he had achieved, and the conferring on him of a red bow. 1The red bows unbent were...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. Vii. Ku Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 265 VII The "Ku Fng;" allusive. Some one complains of the alienation from him of an old friend, produced by the change for the better in the circumstances of the latter. 1Gently and soft the east wind blows, And then there falls the pelting...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. Vi. Pin Chih Ch'u Yen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 303 VI The "Pin Chih Ch'u Yen;" narrative. Against drunkenness. Drinking according to rule, and drinking to excess. A lively picture of the license of the times. 1When to the mats the guests draw near, Good order they observe. Some moving...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. I. Tang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 386 BOOK III. DECADE OF TANG I The "Tang;" narrative. Warnings addressed to King Li on the issues of the course which he was pursuing, showing that the miseries of the time, and the imminent danger of ruin, were to be attributed, not to Heaven...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. V. Ch'u Tz'u : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 281 V The "Ch'u Tz';" narrative. Sacrificial and festal services in the ancestral temple; and their connection with attention to husbandry. 1Here grew the tribulus around, Till of its thorns they cleared the ground;-- Of old this work w...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. Iv. Chang Ti : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Chang Ti;" allusive and narrative. Setting forth the close relation and affection that ought to obtain between brothers. 1 With mass of gorgeous flowers The cherry trees are crowned, But none within this world of ours Like brothers can be...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. Ix. Ta Tung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 268 IX The "Ta Tung;" allusive. An officer, of one of the states of the east, deplores the exactions made from them by the government; complains of the favor shown to the west; contrasts the misery of the present with the happiness...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Viii. Pao Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Pao Y;" allusive or metaphorical. The men of Chin, called out to warfare by the king's order, mourn over the consequent suffering of their parents, and long for their return to their ordinary agricultural pursuits. 1The wild geese fly...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Xi. Ko Sheng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XI The "Ko Shng;" allusive and narrative. A wife mourns the death of her husband, refusing to be comforted, and will cherish his memory till her own death. 1The dolichos over the thorn tree grows; Its shoots o'er the waste the convolvulus throws...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Iv. Yun Han : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 402 IV The "Yn Han;" narrative. King Hsan, on occasion of a great drought, expostulates with God and all the spirits, who might be expected to assist him and his people, asks them wherefore they were contending with him, and details...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. V. Chung Feng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 30 V The "Chung Fng"; metaphorical and allusive. Chuang Chiang bemoans the supercilious treatment which she received from her husband. 1Fierce is the wind and cold; And such is he. Smiling he looks, and bold Speaks mockingly. Scornful and lewd...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Vii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "T'u Cheh;" allusive, or narrative. Praise of a rabbit catcher as fit to be a prince's mate. 1Careful he sets his rabbit nets all round; Clang, clang his blows upon the pegs resound. Stalwart the man and bold! his bearing all Shows he...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Vii. Han Yi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Han Yi"; narrative. Celebrating the marquis of Han:--his investitute and the king's charge to him; the gifts he received, and the parting feast; his marriage; the excellence of his territory; and his sway over the regions of the north...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. Vii. Yung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Yung;" narrative. Appropriate at a sacrifice by King Wu to his father Wn. The helping princes stand around, With reverent air, in concord fine. The king, Heaven's son, with looks profound, Thus prays before his father's shrine:-- p. 447...
Untitled : * This is the unabridged translation of the Book of Odes (the Shih Ching) by James Legge. Legge translated the Chinese Book of Odes, one of the Five Chinese Classics, in 1876. This edition, scanned from a reprint published in Shanghai in 1931, includes all of the English translations, as well...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. Iv. Yu Keng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Yu Kng". All things produced according to their nature. Text wanting.
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Ii. I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "I;" narrative, excepting Stanza 9, which is allusive. Containing various counsels which Duke Wu of Wei made to admonish himself, when he was over his ninetieth year;--especially on the duty of a ruler to be careful of his outward deme...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. Ii. Yuan Yang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Yan Yang;" allusive. Responsive to the last ode;--the princes express their prayers and wishes for the king. 1The Yellow ducks, full grown, take wing and fly; For them the men both hand and spread nets ply;-- So greatly they their beauty...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. Vii. Ts'ai Wei : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 195 VII The "Ts'ai Wei;" allusive and narrative. An ode on the dispatch of troops to guard the frontiers on the north against the wild tribes of the Hsien-yn. 1Come pluck the ferns, the ferns sharp-pointed take; The curling fronds now their...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. Ix. Wei Yang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Wei Yang;" narrative. The feelings with which Duke K'ang of Ch'in escorted his uncle, Duke Wn, to Chin, and his parting gifts. 1I escorted my uncle to Chin, Till the Wei we crossed on the way. Then I gave as I left For his carriage a gift...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. Vi. Ting Chih : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VI The "Ting Chih Fang Chung;" narrative. The praise of Duke Wn: his diligence, foresight, sympathy with the people, and prosperity. 1At dusk the "Ting" star passed on to the west, And field work for the year was laid to rest. At Ch'u the duke...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. Ix. Kan Mao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 57 IX The "Kan Mao;" narrative. The zeal of the officers of Wei to welcome men of worth. 1Where Chn's suburbs lie remote, From the staffs the oxtails float. High the staffs, and each one bright With its silken bandlets white! Four cars drawn...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. X : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Ch'iu Chung Yu Ma;" narrative. A woman longs for the presence of her lovers, who, she thinks, are detained from her by another woman. 1Where the hemp grows on the mound, There some one keeps Ts-chieh; There some one keeps Ts-chieh:-- Why...
Book I. Decade Of King Wen. X. Wen Wang Yu Sheng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 355 X The "Wn Wang Yu Shng;" narrative to the last stanza, which is allusive. The praise of King Wn and King Wu:--how the former displayed his military prowess only to secure the tranquillity of the people; how this appeared in the building...
Book Xv. The Odes Of Pin. Iii. Tung Shan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Tung Shan;" narrative. The duke of Chou tells of the toils of his soldiers in their expedition to the east and of their return, and their joy at the last. 1To the hills of the east we went, And long had we there to remain. When the word...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. Iii. Chun Tzu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 50 III The "Chn Tz Chieh Lao;" narrative. Contrast between the beauty and splendor of Hsan Chiang and her viciousness. 1Pledged to her husband, his alone to be; With headdress high, cross pins, and jewels rare; Her movements graceful, elegant...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. Iv. Chio Kung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 312 IV The "Chio Kung;" allusive, narrative, and metaphorical. Against the king's cold treatment of his relatives by consanguinity and affinity; the extensive and baneful influence of his example; the encouragement given by him to calumniators...
Book Ii. The Praise Odes Of Lu. Iv. Pi Kung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Pi Kung;" narrative. In praise of Duke Hsi, and auguring for him a magnificent career of success, which would make Lu all that it had ever been:--written probably on an occasion when Hsi had repaired on a grand scale the temples...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. Vi. Huan Lan : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 70 VI The "Huan Lan;" allusive. Picture of a conceited young man of rank. 1Feeble as branch of sparrow gourd, this youth, Wears spike at girdle, as if he, forsooth, Were quite a man; but though the spike he wears, He knows not us at whom he...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. Viii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 223 VIII The "T'ing Liao;" narrative. Describing the anxiety of some king--supposed to be King Hsan--not to be late at his morning levee. 1How goes the night? For heavy morning sleep Ill suits the king who men would loyal keep. The courtyard...
Book Xiii. The Odes Of Kuei. I. Kao Ch'iu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK XIII. THE ODES OF KUEI I The "Kao Ch'iu;" narrative. Some officer of Kuei laments over the frivolous character of his ruler, fond of displaying his robes, instead of attending to the duties of government. 1In lamb's-fur robe you lounge...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. X. Ssu Wen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], X The "Ss Wn;" narrative. Celebrating Hou-chi;--an ode appropriate to the border sacrifice, when Hou-chi was worshiped as the correlate of God. O thou, accomplished, great Hou-chi, To thee alone 'twas given To be, by what we trace to thee...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 02 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XIII The "Ho Pi Nung I"; allusive. The marriage of one of the royal princesses. 1Of flowers in clusters large and gay, How bright the sparrow plum's display! In reverent harmony on glide The chariots of the royal bride. 2These flowers their...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 1 THE BOOK OF POETRY PART I LESSONS FROM THE STATES BOOK I. THE ODES OF CHOU AND THE SOUTH I The "Kuan Ch;" mainly allusive. Celebrating the virtue of the bride of King Wn, his quest for her, and welcoming her to his palace. 1Hark...
Book V. The Odes Of Wei. Iv. Meng : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 65 IV The "Mng;" narrative, with the other elements interspersed. A woman, who had formed an improper connection, now cast off, relates and bemoans her sad case. 1A simple-looking lad you seemed, When first you met my eye, By most a traveling...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xv. Tung Men : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XV The "Tung Mn Chih Shan;" narrative, A woman thinks of her lover's residence, and complains that he does not come to her. 1By th' eastern gate, flat lies the ground, And madder there grows on the slope. Hard by my lover's house is found; He...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 11 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 457 VI The "Liang Ss;" narrative. Much akin to the preceding:--presumably an ode of thanksgiving in the autumn to the spirits of the land and grain. With sharp and well-shaped glittering share, The toilers turn, with patient care, The southern...
Book I. Decade Of Lu Ming. Ix. Ti Tu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 201 IX The "Ti Tu;" narrative. An ode of congratulation, specially intended for the troops, on the return of the expedition against the Hsien-yn. 1The russet pear tree stands there all alone; How bright the growth of fruit upon it shown...
Book Ix. The Odes Of Wei. Vi. Fa T'an : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 122 VI The "Fa T'an;" allusive. Against the idle and greedy ministers of the state. Contrast between them and a stalwart woodman. 1"K'an-k'an" upon the sandal trees The woodman's strokes resound. Then on the bank he lays the trunks His ax...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. Viii : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Tsai Chien;" narrative. Appropriate to an occasion when the feudal princes were assisting King Ch'ng at a sacrifice to King Wu. Before their sovereign king the lords appeared, To seek the rules that he for them ordains. p. 448 Their...
Book Iii. Decade Of Tang. Ix. Chang Wu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Chang Wu;" narrative. Celebrating an expedition of king Hsan against the more northern tribes of the Huai,--its imposing progress and complete success. 1Nan Chung's descendant, Huang the Great, Grand master, now draws near Before the king...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. Viii. Wu I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Wu I;" narrative. The people of Ch'in declare their readiness, and stimulate one another, to fight in the king's cause. 1Say you you have no clothes to wear? My long robes let me with you share. The king his armies has called out; Then...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Ix. Pi Kou : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Pi Kou;" metaphorical. The bold licentious freedom of Wn Chiang in returning to Ch'i;--against Duke Chuang of Lu, her son. 1Rent is the basket at the dam, Where bream and kuan abound; As useless is the prince of Lu, In vigor wanting found...
Book Iii. The Sacrificial Odes Of Shang. I. Na : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 478 BOOK III. THE SACRIFICIAL ODES OF SHANG I The "Na;" narrative. Appropriate to a sacrifice to Tang the Successful, the real founder of the Shang dynasty,--dwelling especially on the music, and on the reverence with which the service w...
Book Iii. The Sacrificial Odes Of Shang. Part 03 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Lieh Tsu;" narrative. Appropriate, probably, like the last piece, to a sacrifice to Tang,--dwelling on the spirits, the soups, and the gravity of the service, and on the assisting princes. Ah! from our sire, whose merit vast we own, Wh...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. Vii. Hung Yen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 222 VII The "Hung Yen;" allusive. The people, regathered into communities under King Hsan, praise the officers by whom this had been accomplished. 1With rustling wings the wild geese fly, Round fields long strange to hand of toil. Called by...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Iv. Jih Yueh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Jih Yeh;" narrative. Chuang Chiang complains of, and appeals against, the bad treatment which she received from her husband. 1 O sun so bright, O moon so fair, This lower earth that light, Behold this man, so bold to dare Transgress...
Preface : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], The following is the Preface to the 1876 edition. It is not included in the Shanghai edition.--JBH PREFACE. IN the third chapter of the Prolegomena the author has endeavoured to state clearly the principles on which the metrical versi...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. Vi. Ch'ung Ch'iu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 206 VI The "Ch'ung Ch'iu". How all things attained their greatest height and size. Text wanting.
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. Iv. Tung Men : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Tung Mn Chih Ch'ih;" allusive. The praise of some virtuous and intelligent lady. 1To steep your hemp, you seek the moat, Where lies the pool, th' east gate beyond. "I" seek that lady, good and fair, Who can to me in song respond. p. 154...
Book Viii. The Decade Of Tu Jen Shih. Vi. Mien Man : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 325 VI The "Mien Man;" allusive. Some inferior complains of his toil in an expedition, and of the neglect with which he was treated by his superiors. 1 Twitters fast the oriole, Where yonder bends the mound. The happy little creature Its...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. Vii. Wo Chiang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Wo Chiang;" narrative. An ode appropriate to a sacrifice to King Wn, associated with Heaven, in the brilliant hall. My offerings here are given, A ram, a bull. Accept them, mighty Heaven, All-bountiful. Thy statutes, O great king, I keep...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. Ix. Mien Shui : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 224 IX The "Mien Shui;" allusive. Bewailing the disorder of the times and the general indifference to it, and tracing it to the slanderers encouraged by men in authority. 1The waters flow with volume vast, Straight to the ocean's mighty court;...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 06 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 19 IX The "Piao Yu Mei;" narrative. Anxiety of a young lady to get married. 1Ripe, the plums fall from the bough; Only seven tenths left there now! Ye whose hearts on me are set, Now the time is fortunate! 2Ripe, the plums fall from the bough;...
Book Xi. The Odes Of Ch'in. Iv. Chien Chia : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 143 IV The "Chien Chia;" narrative. Some one tells how he sought another, whom it seemed easy to find, and yet could not find him. 1Reed and rush are dark and green; As hoarfrost the white dew is seen. Him, the man I have in mind, By this...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 10 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 15 V The "Kan T'ang;" narrative. The love of the people for the memory of the duke of Shao makes them love the trees beneath which he had rested. 1O fell not that sweet pear tree! See how its branches spread. Spoil not its shade, For Shao's...
Section I. Decade Of Ch'ing Miao. Iv. Lieh Wen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Lieh Wn;" narrative. A song in praise of the princes who have assisted at a sacrifice. Ye brilliant and accomplished lords, Who with your help my worship crown, The favors that your grace affords My sons in future reigns shall own. Ever...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. Ii. Wu Chiang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 275 II The "Wu Chiang Ta Ch'"; narrative. Some officer, overloaded in the king's service, thinks it better to try and dismiss his troubles from his mind. 1Push not the cart you stand behind;-- You'll only raise the dust. Nor dwell On your...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 03 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Ching Chih;" narrative. The young king shows his sense of what was required of him to preserve the favor of Heaven, a constant judge; intimates his good purposes; and asks the help of his ministers to be enabled to fulfill them. With...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. Vi. Mu Men : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 155 VI The "Mu Mn"; allusive. On some evil person who was going on obstinately to his ruin. 1Where through the gate in to the tombs we go, Thick jujube trees, the ax requiring, grow. Like them that man, who ill befits his place, And through...
Book V. The Decade Of Hsiao Min. Iv. Ch'iao Yen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 258 IV The "Ch'iao Yen;" narrative, and allusive, with the metaphorical element perhaps here and there. Some one, suffering from the king through slander, appeals to Heaven, dwells on the nature and evil of slander, and expresses his...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. X. Shang : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 294 X The "Shang Shang Ch Hua;" allusive and narrative. Responsive to the former;--the king celebrates the praises of the princes. 1Like the flowers which splendid shine, Amidst the leaves that cluster dense, Are these noble lords of mine...
Section Ii. The Decade Of Ch'en Kung. I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK I SECTION II. THE DECADE OF CH'N KUNG I The "Ch'n Kung;" narrative. Instructions given to the officers of husbandry;--probably after the sacrifice to God in spring for a good year. Ho! ministers of husbandry; Your duties reverent care dem...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. Vii. Ti Tung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 55 VII The "Ti Tung;" metaphorical and narrative. Against lewd connections. 1A rainbow in the east invites the gaze, But none a finger to it dares to raise. All view it with dislike; but viler she, Who hastes to marry 'gainst propriety! When...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Vii. Tsun Ta Lu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VII The "Tsun Ta Lu;" narrative. Old friendship should not be hastily broken off. 1Along the great highway, I hold you by the cuff. O spurn me not, I pray, Nor break old friendship off. p. 93 2Along the highway worn, I hold your hand in mine. Do...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xi. T'o Hsi : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XI The "T'o Hsi;" metaphorical. An appeal from the inferior officers of Chng to their superiors on the sad condition of the state. 1Ye withered leaves, ye withered. leaves, Blown by the wind away! So tossed is Chng. My spirit grieves To see its...
Book X. The Odes Of T'ang. Vii. Kao Ch'iu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 133 VII The "Kao Ch'iu;" narrative. The people of some great officer complain of his hard treatment of them, while they declare their loyalty. 1You, of the leopard's cuff and lambkin's fur, To us have been a governor unkind; But we look back...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xii. Mao Ch'iu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XII The "Mao Ch'iu;" allusive and narrative. The refugee ministers of Li complain of those of Wei for not assisting them. 1 On that high sloping mound, With joints now parted wide, The plants of dolichos Show here we long abide. Wei's nobles...
Book Vi. The Odes Of The Royal Domain. Ix. Ta Ch'e : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The" Ta Ch';" narrative. The influence of a severe and virtuous magistrate in repressing licentiousness. 1He rolls along in carriage grand, His robes are bright with green,-- His robes of rank, as on the bank The tender sedge is seen. Thinking...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Iv : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 5 IV The "Chiu Mu;" allusive. Celebrating T'ai Ss's freedom from jealousy, and offering fervent wishes for her happiness. 1In the south are the trees whose branches are bent, And droop in such fashion that o'er their extent All the dolichos'...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. Iv. Ts'ai Ch'i : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Ts'ai Ch'i;" allusive and narrative. Celebrating Fang Shu, and his successful conduct of a grand expedition against the tribes of the south. 1In those new fields, till the last year unfilled, And acres which this year the grain first...
Book Iv. The Odes Of Yung. Iv. Sang Chung : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IV The "Sang-chung;" narrative. A. gentleman boasts of his intimacy and intrigues with various noble ladies. 1The gold thread to gather I'm going, Where in Wei it spreads over the tree; But my thoughts forever are flowing To the beauty who...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 07 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 461 X The "Lai;" narrative. The praise of King Wn. King Wn with earnest purpose toiled, And nothing left undone. 'Tis right his sons should now be styled Lords of the realm he won. Abroad his virtue we will spread; Him in our hearts we'll...
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 14 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK II. THE ODES OF SHAO AND THE SOUTH I The "Ch'iao Ch'ao"; allusive: Celebrating the marriage of a princess to the prince of another state. 1 In the magpie's nest Dwells the dove at rest. This young bride goes to her future home; To meet her...
Book Vi. The Decade Of Pei Shan. Vii. Fu T'ien : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 289 VII The "Fu T'ien;" narrative. Pictures of husbandry and sacrifices connected with it. Happy understanding between the people and their superiors. 1Bright shine my widespread fields before the eye, That yearly to the king a tithe supply...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xviii. Yang Chih Shui : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XVIII The "Yang Chih Shui;" allusive. One party asserts good faith to another, and protests against people who would make them doubt each other. 1 Fretted its waters seem, Yet gently flows the stream:-- A bundle of thorns 'twill not bear. p. 101...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. V. Ch'ing Ying : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 302 V The "Ch'ing Ying;" metaphorical and allusive. Against listening to slanderers. 1Like the blue flies buzzing round, And on the fences lighting, Are the sons of slander found, Who never cease their biting. O thou happy, courteous king...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xx. Yeh Yu Man Ts'ao : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XX The "Yeh Yu Man Ts'ao;" narrative and allusive. A lady rejoices in an unlawful connection which she had formed. 1On the moor, where thickly grew Creeping grass, bent down with dew, There a handsome man drew nigh, 'Neath whose forehead, broad...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. Xvi. Feng Yu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XVI The "Fng Y;" narrative. A wife is consoled, in circumstances of gloom, by the arrival of her husband. 1Cold is the wind, fast falls the rain, The cock aye shrilly crows. But I have seen my lord again;-- Now must my heart repose. 2Whistles...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xviii. Hsin T'ai : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 46 XVIII The "Hsin T'ai;" allusive and narrative. Satirizing the marriage of Duke Hsan and Hsan Chiang. 1The New tower, fresh and bright, they show, Where its vast volume rolls the Ho;-- For bride a palace rare. To Wei she came, a mate...
Book Xv. The Odes Of Pin. I. Ch'i Yueh : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 168 BOOK XV. THE ODES OF PIN I The "Ch'i Yeh;" narrative. Life in Pin in the olden time; the provident arrangements there to secure the constant supply of food and raiment,--whatever was necessary for the support and comfort of the people...
Book Vii. Decade Of Sang Hu. I. Sang Hu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], BOOK VII. DECADE OF SANG HU I The "Sang Hu;" allusive and narrative. The king, entertaining the chief among the feudal princes, expresses his admiration of them, and good wishes for them. 1Flitting round the greenbeaks see, With their wings...
Book Xii. The Odes Of Ch'en. Viii. Yueh Ch'u : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Yeh Ch'u;" allusive. A gentleman tells all the excitement of his desire for the possession of a beautiful lady. 1The moon comes forth, bright in the sky; A lovelier sight to draw my eye Is she, that lady fair. She round my heart h...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xi. Shih Wei : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XI The "Shih Wei;" narrative. The officers of some state, who were refugees and in distress in Wei, exhort their ruler to return with them. 1At this low ebb! At this low ebb! Why not, O prince, return to Li? p. 39 But for your sake, why bide we...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Iii. Yen Yen : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], III The "Yen Yen"; allusive and narrative. Chuang Chiang relates her grief at the departure of Tai Kuei, and celebrates that lady's virtue. 1With wings, not level, spread, About the swallows stir. Homeward the lady sped, And I escorted her...
Book Iii. The Odes Of P'ei. Xvii. Ching Nu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XVII The "Ching N;" narrative. A gentleman deplores his disappointment in not being met by a lady according to engagement, and celebrates her gifts and beauty. 1O sweet maiden, so fair and retiring, At the corner I'm waiting for you; And I'm...
Book I. The Odes Of Chou And The South. Ix : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], IX The "Han Kuang;" allusive and metaphorical. The virtuous manners of the young women about the Han and Kiang rivers. 1High and compressed, the southern trees No shelter from the sun afford. The girls free ramble by the Han, But will not hear...
Book Vii. The Odes Of Cheng. I. Tzu I : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 85 BOOK VII. THE ODES OF CHNG I The "Tz I;" narrative. The people of the capital express their admiration of, and regard for, Duke Wu of Chng. 1The black robes well your form befit; When they are worn we'll make you. new. Now for your court...
Book Ii. The Decade Of Pai Hua. I. Pai Hua : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 203 BOOK II. THE DECADE OF PAI HUA I The "Pai Hua". The unsullied purity of filial sons. Text wanting.
Book Ii. The Odes Of Shao And The South. Part 04 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], XI The "Chiang Yu Ss;" allusive. Jealousy cured; the restoration of good feeling in a harem. 1See how the Chiang's great branches flow, Here leave its stream, and there back go! When first our lady came as bride, She would not have us by her side...
Book Iii. The Decade Of T'ung Kung. Ii. Ching : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], II The "Ching Ching Ch O;" allusive and metaphorical. An ode, celebrating the attention paid by the early kings of Chou to the education of talent. 1Bright grows the aster-southernwood, Luxuriant on that spacious mound. Our lord, renowned...
Book Ii. Decade Of Sheng Min. Vi. Kung Liu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 371 VI The "Kung Liu;" narrative. The story of Duke Liu:--how he made his first settlement in Pin, building there, laying out the ground, forming armies, arranging for a revenue, till even Pin became too small for all his people. 1Duke Liu we...
Section Iii. The Decade Of Min Yu Hsiao. Part 09 : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], VIII The "Cho;" narrative. An ode in praise of King Wu. Oh! powerful was the mighty host, By which the throne to Chou was given. Wu nursed it, while the time was dark, Submissive to the will of Heaven. But when the day propitious came, He armed...
Book Viii. The Odes Of Ch'i. Iii. Chu : * "The Book of Poetry", tr. by James Legge, [1876], p. 107 III The "Chu;" narrative. A bride describes her first meeting with her bridegroom. 1He waited 'tween the gate and screen, With ear-plug strings of white silk seen. The plugs themselves had "hua" stones' sheen. 2He waited in the court...

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