________________
446
THE SHIH KING.
BOOK XV.
the cup of rhinoceros horn, Wish him long life, - that he may live for ever.
1 The custom described in the five concluding lines is mentioned to show the good and loyal feeling of the people of Pin towards their chief. Having finished all the agricultural labours of the year, and being now prepared to enjoy the results of their industry, the first thing they do is to hasten to the hall of their ruler, and ask him to share in their joy, and express their loyal wishes for his happiness.
Digitized by Google
