From the past to the present
Considering the past and the present, Chinese idioms, Pinyin is Zhu ó g ǔ y á NJ ī n, which means considering the history of the past and the present, in order to clarify the origin and development. It comes from preface to Qieyun Jianzhu written by Chang Sunna of Tang Dynasty.
Idiom usage
Used as a predicate or attributive; used in writing
The origin of Idioms
In the preface to Qieyun Jianzhu written by Chang sun Na of Tang Dynasty, "this system is based on the past and the present, and can not be added!"
Idiom explanation
It refers to considering the evolution of ancient and modern times, in order to understand the source and current.
From the past to the present
bind the feet with a red rope -- to be united in wedlock - chì shéng jì zú
the way of the world and the heart of a human being - shì dào rén xīn