Seeing off my friend Li formerly a county magistrate (Shaofu) of Weicheng

"True friends who understand each other deeply are not separated by distance; even if we are thousands of miles apart, we remain as close as neighbors."

For Chinese Poetry Ambassador Andreas from Hungary, this timeless line from Zhang Jiuling's "Seeing off my friend Li" is more than just a poetic farewell; it is her lived reality. Working far from her hometown in Beijing, Andreas finds profound comfort in this verse. Instead of dwelling on the sorrow of parting, the poem offers her a sense of ease and grandeur, reminding us that sincere friendship is rooted in the heart, not in physical proximity.

The "ECHOES OF FRIENDSHIP" 2026 Chinese Poetry Recital by International Friends in Beijing warmly welcomes you to join. Come share your voice, immerse yourself in the beauty of Chinese culture, and connect with the shared emotions that bind us all.