Poetry with context
The poet believes that the world is like a dream, unpredictable, and people should have the heart of wanting nothing. If you don't want anything, you can't remember it, that's pure emptiness. These are all platitudes of Buddhism, and there is nothing new. But Wang Anshi pointed out that the world is like a dream, and practicing merit is not a dream. The poet's spear and shield show his independent thinking spirit and unquestionable style. This poem not only has high artistic achievements, but also embodies his unique views on Zen.