Pei Di (裴迪, ca. 714–?) was a distinguished poet of the High Tang Dynasty and the most intimate literary companion of the legendary Wang Wei. Together, they formed one of the most celebrated friendships in Chinese history, sharing a deep spiritual and aesthetic bond rooted in their mutual love for Buddhist philosophy and the life of a recluse.
He is immortalized for his contributions to the Wangchuan Ji (The Wangchuan Collection), a series of twenty matching quatrains written alongside Wang Wei at the latter's estate. Pei Di’s verses are revered for their Zen-like simplicity and their ability to capture the subtle movements of light and shadow across the mountains. His poetry possesses a unique Vibe of absolute stillness, reflecting a soul that found profound harmony within the silent reaches of nature.
At CN-Poetry, we present the serene works of Pei Di through refined English translations. Our mission is to highlight how his voice harmonized with the High Tang landscape tradition, offering a gateway into the tranquility and spiritual depth of one of the era's most essential partnerships. Explore the timeless legacy of Pei Di within our digital archives.
Pei Di's Song Cui Jiu (送崔九)—also known by its longer title Cui Jiu Yu Wang Nanshan Ma Shang Kou Hao Yu Bie (崔九欲往南…
Read Translation & Analysis →Though you think to return to this maze of mountains,
Oh, let them brim your heart with wonder!....
Remember the fisherman from Wuling
Who had only a day in the Peach-Blossom Country.
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