Li Ching Chao Evening Poems
- 1. The Sun Sets In Molten Gold
The sun sets in molten gold.
The evening clouds form a jade disk.
Where is he?
Dense white mist envelops the willows.
... - 2. Tz'u No. 7
To the tune of "Rinsing Silk Stream"
Let not the deep cup be filled
with rich, amber-colored wine;
... - 3. Tz'u No. 13
To the tune of "Song of Peace"
Year by year, in the snow,
I have often gathered plum flowers,
... - 4. Tz'u No. 9 (weary)
To the tune of "Rinsing Silk Stream"
Saddened by the dying spring, I am too weary
to rearrange my hair.
... - 5. Tz'u No. 5
To the tune of "Like a Dream"
I always remember the sunset
over the pavilion by the river,
... - 6. Sorrow
To the melody of "Sheng Sheng Man"
I pine and peak
And questless seek
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