In the vast literary starry sky, Su Shi is undoubtedly a bright star. His poems are not only full of talent, but also contain profound philosophy of life. Among them, a poem called "Xingxiangzi Shuhuai", with its unique "lying flat" thought, has ** countless tired hearts, allowing people to find a moment of tranquility in the long river of years.
"Xing Xiangzi Shu Huai".
Song) Su Shi. The night is dustless, and the moonlight is like silver.
When the wine is poured, it must be ten tenths.
Fame and fortune, vain and hard work.
Sigh in the horse, fire in the stone, body in the dream.
Although holding the article, who is pro-mouthed.
And Tao Tao, happy and naïve.
When will I return, and be an idler?
To a piano, a pot of wine, a stream of clouds.
The night is dustless, and the moonlight is like silver. Su Shi uses the quiet night as an introduction to depict a wonderful night away from the hustle and bustle for the reader. The moonlight is like silver, bright and dust-free, as if it can purify the hustle and bustle in people's hearts. On such a night, Su Shi chose to let go of the fetters of the world, integrate with nature, and feel the rare tranquility.
When the wine is poured, it must be ten tenths. Su Shi is a lover of wine, and the wine in the wine glass is not only the spice of life, but also the comfort of the soul. The phrase "10 points" here refers to both a full glass of wine and a satisfied heart. Su Shi used wine to express his nostalgia and integrate his emotions into the wine, so that people could feel the depth and open-mindedness of his heart.
Fame and fortune, vain and hard work. In Su Shi's view, fame and fortune are like a passing cloud, ethereal. In pursuit of these fames and fortunes, people are often physically and mentally exhausted and miserable. Su Shi revealed the nihilistic nature of fame and fortune with concise and clear words, reminding people to cherish the good times in front of them and not to be burdened by fame and fortune.
Sigh in the horse, fire in the stone, body in the dream. This sentence expresses Su Shi's emotion about the passage of time. Time is like a white horse passing by, fleeting;Life is like fire in a stone, short and bright;The body is like the body in a dream, illusory and unreal. Through these metaphors, Su Shi admonished people to cherish every moment and live in the present.
Although holding the article, who is pro-mouthed. Although Su Shi is talented, in this secular society, who can truly understand his heart?This sentence reveals Su Shi's loneliness and helplessness. Being talented but unappreciated is perhaps one of life's great sorrows. But Su Shi was not depressed by this, he chose to face the challenges in life with an optimistic attitude.
And Tao Tao, happy and naïve. "Since the world is so complex and changeable, why not keep yourself an innocent heart?Su Shi used the word "Tao Tao" to express his yearning for an innocent and carefree life. This kind of "lying flat" mentality is the core idea that Su Shi wants to convey in this poem. He hopes that people can maintain an innocent heart in a complex world and not be bound by the world.
When will I return, and be an idler? This is Su Shi's yearning for a life in seclusion. He longs for the day to be able to get away from the hustle and bustle and live a "lying flat" life like idle clouds and wild cranes. This kind of life is uneventful, but it can bring real peace and relaxation to the soul. Through this sentence, Su Shi expressed his yearning and pursuit of a free life.
To a piano, a pot of wine, a stream of clouds. In the leisurely life of retreat, Su Shi imagined himself playing a beautiful ** on a piano, sipping a pot of wine, and admiring the ethereal clouds outside the window. It's a wonderful way to live, and it's intoxicating. Through these detailed descriptions, Su Shi vividly shows his yearning for a better life.
This poem "Xingxiangzi Shuhuai" was written by Su Shi late at night. With his concise and crisp brushstrokes, he outlines a quiet, indifferent and poetic world. Through this poem, it is not difficult for us to see Su Shi's open-minded and detached outlook on life and values. He advocated letting go of the pursuit of fame and fortune, enjoying a simple and innocent life, and pursuing freedom and tranquility of the soul.
This kind of "lying flat" thinking is still relevant in today's society. In the fast-paced, high-pressure life, "lying flat" has become a fashion trend and a way to comfort the soul. By lying flat on our minds, we can better balance our minds and bodies, relax ourselves, and find peace of mind and happiness. As Su Shi said, "When to return, be an idler", let us find a quiet corner in our busy life to stop, rest, and feel the beauty and tranquility of this world!
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