The original text and translation of Li Sao
The original text of Li Sao is "Li Sao" or "Li Sao Jing", which is a long poem written by the ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan. The whole poem has a total of 320 words and is divided into "Li Sao" 94. This poem was based on the history of the State of Chu. It described Qu Yuan's thoughts and emotions in confusion, pain, and depression, expressing his pursuit of freedom and happiness. The following is the original text and translation of Li Sao: The former Wang Shu let the vanguard drive a long car to lead the vanguard. The autumn wind swirls under the leaves of Dongting Lake. I make phoenixes fly, oh, and dragons and snakes fly. Yong Yong, long and loud, call the wind and rain. I'm planning with you, oh, tell me what's different. I let the rich fog and the mixed air form a party. I let the flowers of the European jade and the autumn orchid become the norm. Cut off the fragrance of the people, no one dares to go forward. I let the mouth of the flying snake sting me. I let the Miluo River and the Rust River accommodate each other. I ordered: None of you dare to be brave. What can you do about the country? The Three Emperors and Five Emperors are probably too high! Is it too far away to be sacred and inviolable? I'll make it unforgettable for all eternity. Li Sao is a classic work in the history of Chinese literature. It not only has profound ideology and beautiful language style, but also an important part of Chinese culture. It was hailed as one of the treasures of ancient Chinese poetry and one of the outstanding representatives of Chinese culture.