Another way to say “Carpe diem”: The Graveyard by an anonymous Chinese poet

The graveyard–who makes his home in that land?
Gathered ghosts, wise and foolish alike.
Lord of spirits, why must you hurry us so!
Man’s life allows not a moment of lingering.

translated by Burton Watson

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