What does the poem in the first chapter of Journey to the West mean

Answer 1

There were many poems in the first chapter of Journey to the West. The following is an interpretation of the meaning of some of the poems:

** 1. The Fu describing the Flowerfruit Mountain **
"Power Suppresses the Ocean, Wei Ning Yaohai. The power of the sea, the tide of silver fish into the cave; Weining Yaohai, the waves of snow, waves of mirage from the abyss. Water and fire are high in the corners, and the East China Sea is high on the top. Dan Cliff, strange rocks, steep cliffs and strange peaks. On the red cliff, two colorful phoenixes sang; In front of the cliff, a unicorn lay alone. At the top of the peak, I often hear the crowing of brocade chickens, and I often watch dragons go in and out of the grottoes. There are long deer and immortal foxes in the forest, and there are spiritual birds and black cranes on the trees. Jade grass and strange flowers do not wither, green pines and cypresses grow in spring. The peach often bears fruit, and the bamboo leaves often stay. There is a ravine with dense vines, and the grass on all sides of the original embankment is new. It is the pillar of the Hundred Rivers Meeting, the root of the earth."
This poem depicted the magnificent and magnificent scenery of the Flowerfruit Mountain, which was filled with spiritual energy. It was the origin of the ten continents and three islands, and it had existed since the creation of the world. Beside the vast ocean, the might of the mountain suppressed the sea. There were all kinds of magical creatures on the mountain, such as colorful phoenixes, qilins, golden pheasants, dragons, etc. There were also flowers and plants that never withered, evergreen pines and cypresses, immortal peaches that often bore fruit, and long bamboos that seemed to retain clouds. Overall, the Flowerfruit Mountain was like a fairyland, full of vitality, and had a stable foundation.

** 2. Poem describing Water Curtain Cave **
"A group of white rainbows rise, thousands of snow waves fly. The sea breeze continued to blow, but the moonlight still shone. The cold air is divided into green peaks, and the remaining water moistens the green mountains. It's called a waterfall, and it's really like a curtain."
These poems described the spectacular scene of the waterfall outside the Water Curtain Cave. The white waterfall rose like a white rainbow, and the waves soared high. The sea breeze could not disperse it, and it remained under the reflection of the river moon. The cold air of the waterfall divided the green mountains. The water flowing down moistened the green mountains. The gurgling water was like a hanging curtain, vividly describing the grandeur, beauty and mystery of the Water Curtain Cave Waterfall.

"The moss is blue, the white clouds are jade, and the light is hazy. In the quiet room with empty windows, flowers bloom on the sliding stool. The dragon pearl in the milk cave hangs against it, and the ground is full of strange flowers. There were traces of fire on the cliff beside the stove, and the dregs of food could be seen on the table. The stone seat and stone bed were really lovely, and the stone basin and stone bowl were even more worthy of praise. He saw a bamboo pole, two bamboo poles, and three and a half plum blossoms. A few pine trees often bring rain, just like a family."
This paragraph described the scene inside the Water Curtain Cave. The moss was like a pile of blue jade, the white clouds were like floating beautiful jade, and the haze swayed in the light. There was a quiet room in the cave, and the smooth stools looked like flowers. There were dragonball-like things hanging in the grotto, and the ground was covered with strange flowers. There were also traces of fire on the stove by the cliff, wine vessels and food scraps on the table, and the stone furniture was cute and practical. There were also bamboo, plum blossoms, and pine trees. Overall, it was like a warm house that had been lived in, presenting a quiet and mysterious atmosphere.

** 3. The poem of the stone monkey ascending to the throne of the monkey king **
"The three suns meet and produce all life, and the immortal stone contains the essence of the sun and moon. Borrowing the egg to become a monkey to complete the Great Dao, using his name to match the pill. The inner view does not know the cause of the non-phase, the external understanding of the form. Every generation has been like this. They call themselves kings and sages."
This poem described the extraordinary birth of the stone monkey. It was born from an immortal stone that contained the essence of the sun and moon during the time when the world was in harmony. It used the egg to become a monkey to complete a certain Great Dao. Although it was invisible and difficult to observe internally, it had a tangible body on the outside. He also pointed out that everyone from ancient times to the present had similar situations, and they could be called kings and saints in their respective fields.

** IV. Description of the Monkeys Setting Up Immortal Wine and Immortal Dishes **
"Golden balls and pearls, red and yellow. Gold ball pearl play wax cherry, color really sweet; Red bloomed yellow fat ripe plum, taste fruit sour. Fresh longan, sweet meat, thin skin; Fire litchi, red stone capsule. Ringfruit green fruit even branches presented, loquat yellow bud with leaves held. Rabbit head pear chicken heart jujube, can cure thirst, relieve vexation, and relieve fatigue. Fragrant peach rotten apricot, sweet like jade juice; Crisp plum and waxberry, sour shade like butter cream cheese. There was a ripe watermelon with a red pouch and a big yellow persimmon with four petals. The pomegranate was cracked, and the cinnabar grains were like fire crystals. The taro chestnut was cut open, and the hard flesh was like golden agate. Walnuts and gingko could be used to make tea, and coconut grapes could be used to make wine. Hazelnut, pine, torreya, etc. were all over the plate, and oranges, sugar cane, and orange were all over the table. Simmer the yam and boil the sealwort. Mashed tuckahoe and coix seed, stone pot slightly fire spread soup. Even if there are delicacies in the world, how can it be more peaceful than the joy of the mountain monkeys?"
These poems described in detail the food prepared by the monkeys for the stone monkeys. There were all kinds of fruits, dried fruits, and dishes. They were colorful and had a variety of tastes. They also emphasized that even if there were delicious food in the human world, it could not compare to the happiness and peace of the mountain monkeys. It showed the wealth and happiness of the monkeys in the Huaguo Mountain.

** 5. The "Seven Laws" of Criticizing the World **
"When will you stop fighting for fame and fortune? Riding a donkey and mules, I miss a good horse. As a prime minister, I look forward to the princes. I only worry about food and clothing and work hard. Why should I be afraid that the king of hell will take the hook? Stepsons and grandsons seek wealth, and none of them are willing to turn back!"
This poem expressed a criticism of the people's behavior of fighting for fame and fortune. It meant that people did not know when to stop pursuing fame and fortune. They had to wake up early and sleep late every day without freedom. A man riding a donkey still yearned for a horse, and a prime minister still yearned to become a king. They were only worried about food and clothing, but they were not afraid of the King of Hell. Generation after generation, they sought wealth for their children and grandchildren, but no one was willing to reflect on the meaning of this behavior.
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