"Chancellor Wei's 'Song' on the River"

"Chancellor Wei's 'Song' on the River" is a poetic work attributed to Wei Zheng, a prominent statesman of the Tang Dynasty. It reflects on the majestic scenery along a river and conveys themes of contemplation, the transient nature of life, and the harmony between humans and nature. Through elegant imagery and layered meanings, the poem invites readers to appreciate the beauty of the natural world while contemplating deeper philosophical insights about life's impermanence and the importance of virtue and wisdom. It exemplifies classical Chinese poetry’s focus on balance, reflection, and connection with nature.