A modern poem that describes the theme of the music:
As I climb up a muddy slope,
I keep falling and wounding myself.
During the process I eliminate one secular attachment after another
Only to fulfill a grand pledge I have made.
I will not fear hardship or obstacles.
I shall reinforce my righteous thoughts and try harder to advance.
When the end of the muddy slope is near, I shall make harder efforts.Chinese lyrics:
上泥坡
摔摔打打一身伤
去人心 了洪愿
不怕苦 不畏难
坚定正念 再精进
百尺竿头 更进一步 | 
