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The four elements described as natural treasures. |
| Water Transparent gold Cools the tongue, quenches thirst Gives life to plants and men alike Treasure Bright fire Red, yellow, orange Gives life or destroys it A flower hiding in its thorns Prized flame Pure air Engulfs the earth Powerful breath of life Easily harmed, yet important Beauty Great earth A solid ground Provider to life's needs Home to all the world's men and beasts Mother |