Age Quote by Li Bai
“Now let you and me buy wine today! Why say we have not the price? My horse spotted with five flowers, My fur-coat worth a thousand pieces of gold, These I will take out, and call my boy To barter them for sweet wine. And with you twain, let me forget The sorrow of ten thousand ages!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Drinking Wine" by Li Bai, 8th century Chinese poetry
The speaker offers valuable possessions to barter for wine, seeking to forget ancient sorrows with a companion.
In simple terms: Trade riches for simple joy, escaping past grief.
Key Takeaway
Seek companionship and simple pleasures.
Themes
friendship
escape
joy
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
poetic
conversational
When to use this quote
- celebrations
- stress relief
- bonding
- rituals
Key Concepts
materialism
impermanence
nostalgia
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you trade for a moment of joy?
- How does sharing drinks ease sorrow?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may obscure literal intent, limiting practical application.
