The Ablest Administrator Of The Empire Poem by Phan Thanh gian

(The precious nature of a great statesman is worth more than his weight in saffron) .

We heard of a name that brings respect
It is the one with such complete loyalty
To the Country, Emperor, colleagues and the people
He who has done so much for so many

A man without equal, never before, none after
One with foresight, candor and highest ethics
In the Palace, at large, he's the example of class
Admired by all, revered by many

In the forefront, he stands with dignity and purpose
Yet his utmost goal is to service others
With moral, assertiveness and justice
Few came close to his abilities, quality

If there is one who may right all the wrongs: it is he
If there is such person as the ablest civil servant: it is he
If the country can be saved by one person, is he
The embodiment of genius, of courage and compassion