The soughing autumn wind is blowing;
Grieved, I complain my man is going.
We face each other eye to eye;
Before I speak, I sob and sigh.
My heart is like a winding stream,
How can I tell my dreary dream?
When I miss him after we part,
We can but share moonlight apart.
飒飒秋风生，愁人怨离别。
含情两相向，欲语气先咽。
心曲千万端，悲来却难说。
别后唯所思，天涯共明月。
"Complaint of Parting" is a five-character ancient poem that vividly portrays the poignant and deeply touching scene of a couple parting ways. Set against the backdrop of an autumn farewell, the poem uses vivid details and a seamless blend of setting and emotion to express profound and steadfast love. The poet's depiction of parting sorrow is both realistic and moving, evoking strong emotional resonance and vivid imagery.
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Look for Contrasts: light and shadow, movement and stillness. Don't just translate the words; feel the Yijing (artistic conception) that lingers long after the last character.
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