Lingshu Jing
Lingshu Jing
Lingshu Jing (pronounced: Ling-shoo Jing), also known as the Spiritual Pivot or Divine Pivot, is one of the three foundational texts of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The term "Lingshu" is derived from the Chinese words "ling" meaning "spiritual" or "divine", and "shu" meaning "pivot" or "axis".
Etymology
The term "Lingshu Jing" is derived from the Chinese language. "Ling" (灵) translates to "spiritual" or "divine", "shu" (枢) translates to "pivot" or "axis", and "Jing" (经) translates to "classic" or "canonical text". Thus, "Lingshu Jing" can be translated as "The Classic of the Spiritual Pivot".
Overview
The Lingshu Jing is part of the Huangdi Neijing, which is often considered the fundamental doctrinal source for Chinese medicine. The Lingshu Jing is primarily concerned with acupuncture, its theories, and its associated techniques. It discusses the pathways of the meridians, the functions of the zang-fu organs, and the causes and symptoms of disease. It also describes the various types of qi, blood, and body fluids that circulate in the body.
Related Terms
- Huangdi Neijing: The foundational text of Traditional Chinese Medicine, of which the Lingshu Jing is a part.
- Acupuncture: A key treatment method discussed in the Lingshu Jing.
- Meridians: Pathways in the body along which vital energy is said to flow, as described in the Lingshu Jing.
- Zang-Fu organs: The organs as understood in Traditional Chinese Medicine, discussed in the Lingshu Jing.
- Qi: The vital life force that circulates in the body, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Blood: One of the vital substances in the body, as understood in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Body Fluids: Fluids that circulate in the body, as understood in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lingshu Jing
- Wikipedia's article - Lingshu Jing
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