Lu Zu Ling Sign, 49th Sign, The Ancient Tao Yuanming's Retreat
[Words]
The grass at the head of the wall, the flowers under the hedge, may not be prosperous if the mountain is exhausted.
If you want to be prosperous, you must also return home, so that you can be as extravagant as your heart desires.
[Overview]
Tao Yuanming of the Jin Dynasty was tranquil in nature, with a natural character, and did not bend his back for the sake of the rice. Because of his love for a life of seclusion and tranquility, he gave up being an official and returned to his hometown to live a life of ease. If you are attached to fame and fortune, it will be a bit painful because fame and fortune will gradually decrease. If you have no worries about fame and fortune, it will be easier for you and you will be able to enjoy your life in peace. But all things are better with concessions.
Detailed explanations in vernacular
The poem says:
Retreating the high mountains to plant their own fields, and knotting up a thatched cottage by the clouds; knowing that the times are more upside down, there is no need to seek to cause trouble.
Said
The world is like a chess game, in the world of people to deal with people, all for a small profit and labor. As long as the environment permits, it is a good idea to retire to the spring and forest for self-farming. But this is a luxury for most people. Retreat and seek the second, do people to retreat mood, everywhere in order not to fight, in order to concessions first, it can reduce a lot of trouble.
[Definition]
Seeking: first observe clearly before deciding.
Money: money is not very abundant.
Marriage: it is not the right time.
Himself: to yield as the basis of cultivation.
Home: Humble and peaceful family.
Business: No one will succeed even if he/she tries to force himself/herself.
Relocation: a distant place is more suitable.
Travel: Good if not for business.
Illnesses: We must guard against the deterioration of our condition.
Luk Kah: We must pay attention to the health of the child after delivery.
Pedestrianism: not yet arrived.
Lawsuit: Negotiate with forbearance and it can be solved.
