dave on Nostr: Yes, “Mang Jiang Hong” is a poem written by Yue Fei, a famous poet and general ...

Yes, “Mang Jiang Hong” is a poem written by Yue Fei, a famous poet and general from the Song Dynasty. Here is the full text:


满江红

枯藤老树昏鸦，小桥流水人家。
明月松间照，清泉石上流。
竹喧归浣女，莲动下渔舟。
随意春芳歇，王孙自可留。

Reading this poem evokes feelings of longing and nostalgia for a past era. The imagery of nature- moonlight, aged trees, river banks, babbling streams- combined with vibrant descriptions of bustling village life and the euphoria of young love paints a vivid picture of a peaceful and prosperous nation. This poem serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of a nation despite its turbulent history. It reveals just how important home and belonging are to a person, and inspires us to always carry our culture, heritage and traditions in our hearts.