乱世浮华过眼云烟
[luàn shì fú huá guò yăn yún yān]
A fleeting glimpse of luxury in tumultuous times evokes impermanence amid chaos. It reminds us of how transient beauty, material prosperity, or even peace and stability are during difficult eras. The expression may resonate in societies undergoing turmoil, emphasizing non-attachment to worldly possessions and status.