"When the Realm is Pure…" Running Script Couplets by Zhu Shouchun 少儿书法 Excerpt Translation:“The conduct of a

Excerpt Translation:“The conduct of a gentleman is to cultivate himself with calmness and nurture virtue with frugality

Rendered in bold

the first of Fifty-Five Poems in Praise of Ancient Times

and the sentiment of sending blessings during the year’s end

Shaolin Chan Calligraphy and Painting Academy (Shanghai)

"When the Realm is Pure…" Running Script Couplets by Zhu Shouchun 少儿书法 Excerpt Translation:“The conduct of aDescriptionThis running script couplet by Zhu Shouchun reads: "When the realm is pure, half an acre of lotus pond can nourish the moon; In tranquility of heart, a slope of pine shadows can listen to the qin." The calligraphy features fluid, natural brushwork and harmonious composition, evoking a refined and tranquil atmosphere. Combining imagery of lotus ponds, moonlight, pine shadows, and the music of the qin, it reflects both the beauty of nature