he that loves a rosy cheek
thomas carew
he that loves a rosy cheek
or a coral lip admires,
or from star-like eyes doth seek
fuel to maintain his fires;
as old time makes these decay,
so his flames must waste away.
but a smooth and steadfast mind,
gentle thoughts,and calm desires,
hearts with equal love combined,
kindle never-dying fires;——
where these are not, i despise
lovely cheek or lips or eyes.
真的美
托默斯·加鲁
颊如玫瑰红,
唇如珊瑚赤,
星眼珠耀然,
有人为之热;
迟暮具凋零,
热情亦衰竭。
心平气亦和,
宁静而谦抑,
一视能同仁,
爱之永不灭;——
世若无斯人,
颊唇眼何益?