Admonition to the King

From wayside pool afar
Foul water you may drain,
That, settling, straining, jar from jar,
May serve to steam your rice and grain.
So a refiner will that ruler be
In whom the people shall their parent see.

From wayside pool afar
Foul water you may drain,
That, settling, straining, jar from jar,
Will cleanse your cups from every stain.
And such refinement will that ruler see
To whom his people confidently flee.

From wayside pool afar
Foul water you may bring,
That, settling, straining, jar from jar,
Will wash and cleanse (each single thing).
And such refinement will that ruler see
. Who gives his people rest and liberty.