The Rabbit Of The Moon

Hear the tale of the old man hiding

In disguise, dressed up as a beggar

He passed by the forest folk that lived there at that time

No one knows his own real nature

He belongs to the bright, celestial home

And in search for food he roames around

Look at the sky and see the Moon

Feel the magic through the gloom

And your eyes will clearly see the bright glowing silver shape

Of the big jade rabbit who lives there

A sign carved in stone for all to see

A reminder for eternity

Of the sweetest sacrifice, the tell behind this tune

Fruit and meat, the fox lights the flames just

To warm him, they offer a shelter and a meal

Then gather around him to lend a hand

I can collect only some grass, it's not enough

To give you the strength and to survive

So the rabbit offers himself in sacrifice

Can you hear this ancient ode?

Do you see the gift bestowed?

By the Moon Divinity

To the kindest living being?

Look at the sky and see the Moon

The Rabbit of the Moon