改过迁善 Reform and do good
Explanation
指改正错误，转向好的方面。
To correct mistakes and turn to the good side.
Origin Story
从前，有个叫李明的年轻人，他年轻气盛，常常犯错，做了不少坏事，村里人都很讨厌他。有一天，一位老爷爷看到了李明的悔过，给了他一本关于古代圣贤故事的书。李明读完之后，深受感动，开始反思自己的行为。他认真阅读了书中的故事，从中学习到了很多道理，明白了改过迁善的重要性。他决定改过自新，从点滴做起，帮助他人，做一些好事。他开始努力学习，积极参加村里的活动，尽力帮助那些需要帮助的人。慢慢的，李明改变了自己，他不再顽劣，变得善良真诚，深受村民们的敬爱。他用自己的行动证明了改过迁善的力量，也让大家明白了，只要真心悔过，努力做好事，就能得到大家的认可。
Once upon a time, there was a young man named Li Ming who was impulsive and often made mistakes. He did many bad things and was disliked by the villagers. One day, an old man saw Li Ming's remorse and gave him a book of stories about ancient sages. After reading it, Li Ming was deeply moved and began to reflect on his behavior. He carefully read the stories in the book, learned many lessons, and understood the importance of self-improvement and doing good. He decided to change his ways, starting from small things, helping others, and doing good deeds. He began studying hard, actively participating in village activities, and doing his best to help those in need. Gradually, Li Ming transformed. He was no longer mischievous but kind and sincere, earning the respect of the villagers. He proved with his actions the power of self-improvement, and everyone understood that as long as they sincerely repented and strived to do good, they could gain the recognition of others.
Usage
形容改正错误，改邪归正。
Describes correcting mistakes and returning to the right path.
Examples
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他以前犯过不少错误，现在已经改过迁善了。
ta yǐqián fàn guò bù shǎo cuòwù, xiànzài yǐjīng gǎi guò qiān shàn le
He has made many mistakes before, but now he has reformed.
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改过迁善是为人之本。
gǎi guò qiān shàn shì wéi rén zhī běn
To correct one's mistakes and improve oneself is fundamental to life.