Death Quote by Tu Fu
““Separation by death must finally be choked down, but separation in life is a long anguish, Chiang-nan is a pestilential land; no word from you there in exile. You have been in my dreams, old friend, as if knowing how much I miss you. Caught in a net, how is it you still have wings? I fear you are no longer mortal; the distance to here is enormous. When your spirit came, the maples were green; when it went, the passes were black. The setting moon spills light on the rafters; for a moment I think it's your face. The waters are deep, the waves wide; don't let the river gods take you. ””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Separation” by Du Fu, 8th century, translated
Loss and longing are expressed through vivid natural imagery, reflecting deep emotional pain.
In simple terms: Missing a friend feels like endless sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge grief and seek connection.
Themes
loss
longing
nature
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal mourning
- poetic reflection
- cultural heritage
- mental health coping
Key Concepts
Exile
spiritual yearning
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nature mirror emotional states?
- What helps heal exile-like loneliness?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize suffering.
