双语短文 · 四月雨带来五月花

April Showers Bring May Flowers　四月雨带来五月花

◎ Josh


From the golden-tipped fields of Mid-West America to the ancient kingdoms of verdant Palestine, there is a happy truth to be shared with all who would take heed. In more recent times, this truth has been expressed as: April showers bring May flowers. This is a truth that promises light bursting from darkness, strength born from weakness and, if one dares to believe, life emerging from death.
Farmers all over the world know the importance and immutability of the seasons. They know that there is a season to plant and a season to harvest; everything must be done in its own time. Although the rain pours down with the utmost relentlessness, ceasing all outdoor activities, the man of the field lifts his face to the heavens and smiles. Despite the inconvenience, he knows that the rain provides the nourishment his crops need to grow and flourish. The torrential rains in the month of April, give rise to the glorious flowers in the month of May.
But this ancient truth applies to more than the crops of the fields; it is an invaluable message of hope to all who experience tragedy in life. A dashed relationship with one can open up the door to a brand new friendship with another. A lost job here can provide the opportunity for a better job there. A broken dream can become the foundation of a wonderful future. Everything has its place.
Remember this: overwhelming darkness may endure for a night, but it will never overcome the radiant light of the morning. When you are in a season of sorrow, hang in there, because a season of joy may be just around the corner...


从美国中西部金色的田野，到巴勒斯坦风景线的古老王国，那些留心观察的人都共享着一个快乐真理。在更远古的时代，这一真理被阐述为：四月的暴雨带来五月的花。这一真理预示光明会从黑暗中迸发；刚强生自软弱；如果你敢相信，生命会从死亡中萌发！
全世界的农民们都明白四季的重要性和永恒性。他们知道哪个季节播种，哪个季节收获，每件事都必须应时而做。虽然暴雨无情地倾盆而下，迫使所有的户外劳作停止，但土地的主人会仰天微笑。尽管有诸多不便，但是他知道，雨会为他的庄稼带来繁茂生长所需的营养。四月里的暴雨，会带来五月里的繁花似锦。
但是这个古老真理并不只适用于田里的庄稼，它还是那些正在经历人生磨难的人的无限希望。一段关系的受挫会开启另一扇崭新友谊的大门。一个失去的工作会提供另一个更好的工作机会。一个梦想的破灭会成为美好未来的基石。万物皆有道！
请谨记：势不可当的黑暗或许会持续一夜，但它永远无法阻挡清晨的万丈光芒。当你正处在一个悲伤的季节不知所措，请坚持住，因为欢乐的季节也许就在下一个转角……