Classic of Poetry

Let the brilliant white colt Feed on the young growth of my vegetable garden. Tether it by the foot, tie it by the collar, To prolong this morning. So may its owner of whom I think Spend his time here at his ease!

Let the brilliant white colt Feed on the bean sprouts of my vegetable garden. Tether it by the foot, tie it by the collar, To prolong this evening. So may its owner of whom I think Be here, an admired guest!

If [you with] the brilliant white colt Would brightly come to me, You should be a duke, you should be a marquis, Enjoying yourself without end. Be on your guard against idly wandering; Deal vigorously with your thoughts of retirement.

The brilliant white colt Is there in that empty valley, With a bundle of fresh grass. Its owner is like a gem. Do not make the news of you rare as gold and gems,— Indulging your purpose to abandon me.