王績《过酒家》詩句英譯

王績《过酒家》詩句英譯 

 

此日长昏饮，非关养性灵。

眼看人尽醉，何忍独为醒。

 

Though these days I binge drink to kill the time,

It’s not in pursuit o’ spiritual sublime.  

When I see others lose thheir souls in wine,

How could I alone dare to stay divine?

 

Tr. Ziyuzile

06/01/2024