Sunday, June 09, 2024

1154. The Way To The Temple - Wang Wei (701-761)


Translated by Sam Hamill


Searching for Gathered Fragrance Temple:

miles of mountains rise into clouds,

ancient trees darken the narrow trail.

Where is that mountain temple bell?


Snow melt crashes down on boulders,

the sun grows cold in the pines before

it drowns in the lake. Keep your karma

in good working order: many dragons lie in wait.

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