#211 I climb one more level higher in the tower.
| Size： | about 136×35 cm |
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| Dressing： | scrolling |
What kind of verse?
| verse: | 白日依山尽 黄河入海流 欲窮千里目 更上一層楼 |
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| (imho): | The radiant sun sinks behind the mountain, The Yellow River rushes mightily into the sea. To gaze upon this grand scene stretching far beyond, I climb one more level higher in the tower. |
| poet: | 王之渙(Wang Zhihuan) |
| in: | 8th century |
brief comment
The final line of this poem, “Climbing One More Level Higher,” can be read literally as simply ascending another level.
However, it also resonates as a metaphor for personal growth and striving to overcome life’s challenges. Written during a difficult era, this line reflects Wang Zhihuan’s desire to move forward despite adversity, to broaden his perspective, and to see beyond his current horizon.
The act of climbing higher embodies an enduring hope—a wish to transcend limitations and reach a broader view of the world.
In this simple, elegant phrase, we sense an invitation to elevate ourselves, both in vision and in spirit.