Go, graceful, rising soul — 

Take an unfamiliar journey 

To the sea of meanings

For you are a precious pearl. 

Do you remember — 

You have passed through water and clay 

Do not be troubled 

That you are passing 

From this terrace-land, too. 

Wash your wings of this water and clay —

Become light and limber

Why do you not fly and follow 

Your friends who have flown?