Selections from Poems of the Masters

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the lecture on selected poems by various Chinese masters.

Wang Wei

A prominent Chinese poet known for his landscape poetry, particularly in works like 'The Zhongnan Mountains'.

The Zhongnan Mountains

A poem by Wang Wei that describes the beauty of the mountains and nature.

Meditation

A practice used in the poem 'Passing Xiangji Temple' that signifies deep thought and reflection.

Li Bai

A famous Chinese poet celebrated for his romantic poetry and vivid imagery.

Sitting Alone on Jingting Mountain

A poem by Li Bai reflecting on solitude and the beauty of nature.

Jingting Mountain

A location referenced in Li Bai's poem symbolizing tranquility and solitude.

Thoughts on a Quiet Night

A poem by Li Bai that expresses longing for home and contemplation under the moonlight.

Du Fu

A notable Chinese poet regarded for his realistic and humanitarian themes.

River Village

A poem by Du Fu depicting the serene life in a riverside village.

Zhu Shuzhen

A poet associated with nature-focused imagery, reflected in his poem 'Impressions'.

Impressions

A poem by Zhu Shuzhen that captures scenes of nature and the passage of time.

Plum Blossoms

A flower symbolizing the beauty and fleeting nature of life, mentioned in Li Bai's work.

Enervating Days

Refers to exhausting or tiring days as described in Zhu Shuzhen's 'Impressions'.