In Praise Of Some Lady

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There by his side in chariot rideth she,
  As lovely flower of the hibiscus tree,
  So fair her face; and when about they wheel,
  Her girdle gems of _Ken_ themselves reveal.
  For beauty all the House of Keang have fame;
  Its eldest daughter--she beseems her name.

  There on the path, close by him, walketh she,
  Bright as the blossom of hibiscus tree,
  And fair her face; and when around they flit,
  Her girdle gems a tinkling sound emit.
  Among the Keang she has distinguished place,
  For virtuous fame renowned, and peerless grace.

© Confucius