Follow without fail

Follow without fail

Abide by but not lose (Z ū n é RB ù sh ī): abide by the laws and regulations of our ancestors without violating them. It comes from the book of Sui, the first chapter of Yangdi.

Idiom explanation

The idiom follows the rules and regulations of the forefathers, and its pronunciation is Z ū n é RB ù sh ī.

Idioms and allusions

Source of "Sui Shu · Yangdi Ji Shang": "I solemnly honor the Baoli, compile the ten thousand nations, abide by but not lose, and have the heart to honor the first ambition."

Analysis of Idioms

Synonym: do as you please