1. New bamboo branches are higher than old bamboo branches, all because of the support of old branches. Next year there will be another new born, the ten-foot-long dragon grandson will come around Fengchi. ——Zheng Xie's "Hsinchu" in the Qing Dynasty
Translation: Newly grown bamboos are taller than old bamboos, and their growth is entirely supported by the old branches. There will be new growth next year and it will grow taller.
2.? Palace clothes are also famous, and they are favored during the Dragon Boat Festival. The thin kudzu is soft in the wind, and the fragrant flowers are light in the snow. Since the sky is wet, it will be cleared in the summer heat. The inner meaning refers to the length and the short, and is filled with holy love for life. ——Du Fu of the Tang Dynasty, "Giving Clothes on the Dragon Boat Festival"
Translation: During the Dragon Boat Festival, the emperor bestowed precious palace robes with great favor. The Xiangluo Yi is spun from fine kudzu, so soft that it floats when the wind blows, and its color is as pure and white as fresh snow. Coming from the heaven, moistened by rain and dew, it is extremely cool to wear in the hot summer. The length of the palace robe is exactly what you want, and it will carry the emperor's hospitality throughout your life.
3. "There is no acquaintance in the world, and I will miss my old kindness all my life" - Wang Wei's "Send to Prime Minister Zhang in Jingzhou"
Translation: Originally, no one in this world knew me, so I relied on Your support and insight have allowed me to live the life I have today. I will never forget this kindness.