Lung Channel

Question 1

Functions of the Lung (5):

Answer 1

1. Governs qi and controls respiration
2. Controls disseminating & descending
3. Regulates the water passages
4. Responsible for skin & body hair
5. Opens to the nose

Question 2

The lung is the… (3 classical quotes”

Answer 2

• “Prime minister (assistant) to the Heart”.
• Issuer of management and regulation” (of the flow of qi and blood”)
• DELICATE organ (1st affected by ext. attack)

Question 3

LUNG: Emotions + Shen

Answer 3

• Sadness, sorrow, grief
• Po (corporeal soul) - physicality, embodiment, movement, optimism