Bed Quote by Hanshan
“As for me, I delight in the every day Way Among mist-wrapped vines and rocky caves Here in the wilderness I am completely free With my friends, the white clouds, idling forever There are roads, but they do not reach the world Since I am mindless, who can rouse my thoughts On a bed of stone I sit, alone in the night While a round moon climbs up Cold Mountain”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Cold Mountain, attributed to Hanshan, 9th‑century Chinese poet
The poet embraces freedom in nature, finding peace in solitude and the ever‑present clouds, beyond worldly paths.
In simple terms: Find peace in nature and solitude, free from worldly concerns.
Key Takeaway
Seek solitude in nature to refresh mind.
Themes
nature
freedom
solitude
spirituality
Mood
peaceful
contemplative
free
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- hiking
- meditation retreats
- solo travel
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Daoism
poetry
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does freedom mean to you beyond physical space?
- How can you balance solitude with community?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize solitude, ignoring social needs.
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