The north wind roared outside the window, and the air conditioning was oppressive. In the silent night, the poet could not restrain his surging emotions. He wrote this philosophical poem and gave it to his son Yu Zi with deep affection.
original work
The ancients learned nothing, and it takes time to grow old. What you get on paper is so shallow that you never know what you have to do.
Vernacular translation
The ancients spared no effort to learn knowledge and struggled for it all their lives. They often began to work hard when they were young and achieved something when they were old. After all, the knowledge gained from books is superficial and it is impossible to understand the true meaning of knowledge. To truly understand the profound truth in books, you must practice it yourself in order to learn successfully.
Extended data:
By describing Lu You's education to his son Yu Zi, the whole poem tells readers to have a tireless and persistent learning spirit. A person who has both book knowledge and practical spirit is a truly learned person.
The poet used the experience of the ancients in "learning" and "questioning" for reference, and warned his son that if he wants to achieve something in his old age, he should work hard when he is young and strong; At the same time, we should not only be satisfied with book knowledge, but also pay attention to "practice"
This poem not only contains the poet's ardent expectations for his children, but also embodies the poet's profound educational thought: cherish time, study hard while young and persevere. Don't rush for success, and don't die studying.
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