Barren Quote by Lu Tong
“The first cup moistens my lips and throat; The second cup breaks my loneliness; The third cup searches my barren entrail but to find therein some thousand volumes of odd ideographs; The fourth cup raises a slight perspiration-all the wrongs of life pass out through my pores; At the fifth cup I am purified; The sixth cup calls me to the realms of the immortals. The seventh cup-ah, but I could take no more! I only feel the breath of the cool wind that raises in my sleeves. Where is Elysium? Let me ride on this sweet breeze and waft away thither.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Seven Cups of Tea, Tang Dynasty, 8th century
Each cup of tea symbolizes a step toward spiritual purification, ending with a yearning for transcendence.
In simple terms: Tea cups represent a journey toward enlightenment and longing for the afterlife.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper meaning in simple rituals.
Themes
spirituality
ritual
loneliness
transcendence
poetry
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- tea ceremony
- personal growth
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
mindfulness
self‑reflection
literary symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal insights arise from daily rituals?
- How does repetition lead to transformation?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation may vary; cultural context is essential.
