flay the face and wash the heart
The Chinese idiom, G é mi à nqu à nx à n in pinyin, refers to a complete change and a new life. It's from the table of metabolism going to camp.
The origin of Idioms
Liu Yuxi, Tang Dynasty, wrote in the table of metabolism going to camp: "to coerce the troops with a sense of loyalty, and to contain Hongan's rebellious disciples. It's not going to take long to change your mind. "
Idiom usage
It means to repent completely.
flay the face and wash the heart
precious pearl in the ancient legend - suí hóu zhī zhū
an old man enjoys life with no cares - hán yí nòng sūn