Qu Yuan (340–278 BCE)
Qu Yuan was a Chinese poet and politician in the State of Chu during the Warring States period. He is known for his patriotism and contributions to classical poetry and verses. (Qu Yuan quotes)
“Enough! There are no true men in the state: no one to understand me. Why should I cleave to the city of my birth? Since none is worthy to work with in making good government, I will go and join Peng Xian in the place where he abides.”
Qu Yuan
“For the world is impure and envious of the able, And eager to hide men’s good and make much of their ill.”
Qu Yuan
“O Soul come back to watch the birds in flight! He who has found such manifold delights Shall feel his cheeks aglow And the blood-spirit dancing through his limbs.”
Qu Yuan
“O Soul go not to the West Where level wastes of sand stretch on and on; And demons rage, swine-headed, hairy-skinned, with bulging eyes; Who in wild laughter gnash projecting fangs. O Soul go not to the West Where many perils wait!”
Qu Yuan
“The fools enjoy their careless pleasure, But their way is dark and leads to danger.”
Qu Yuan
“The muddy, impure world, so undiscriminating, Seeks always to hide beauty, out of jealousy.”
Qu Yuan
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