风云竟朝夕。
深溪横古树,
With clouds enshrouding peaks from dawn till night. The ancient trunks are resting by deep streams;
空岩卧幽石。
日出远岫明,
Huge rocks are lying on the cliff in dreams. After sunrise, distant hills look fair;
鸟散空林寂。
兰庭动幽气,
When birds are gone, the woods have a quiet air. In the orchid yard, sweet scents increase;
竹室生虚白。
落花人户飞,
The bamboo house provides a cozy peace. The fallen petals fly into the door;
细草当阶积。
桂酒徒盈樽,
The grass grows thick and heaps on stairs before. Although the cups are filled with cassia wine,
故人不在席。
My dear friend cannot share the drinks so fine.