Pure and reverent was Thai Zan, The mother of king Wan. Loving was she to Kau Kiang;—A wife becoming the House of Kau. Thai Sze inherited her excellent fame, And from her came a hundred sons.

He conformed to the example of his ancestors, And they had no occasion for complaint. They had no occasion for dissatisfaction; And his example acted on his wife, Extended to his brethren, And was felt by all the clans and states.

Full of harmony was he in his palace; Full of reverence in worship. Unseen (by men), he still felt that he was under inspection: Unweariedly he maintained his virtue.

Though he could not prevent (some) great calamities, His brightness and magnanimity were without stain. Without previous instruction he did what was right; Without admonition he went on (in the path of goodness).

So, grown up men became virtuous (through him), And young men made (constant) attainments. (Our) ancient prince never felt weariness, And from him were the fame and eminence of his officers.