Point Functions Flashcards
1
Q
What is a command point?
A
An element or junction point are called command points because of their capacity to affect the entire meridian.
2
Q
What are three types of element points?
A
Horary - has same element as the official
Tonification - has the same element as previous official in Sheng cycle
Sedation - has the same element as the next official in Sheng cycle
3
Q
What is a junction point?
A
Points that connect and move energy between Yin and Yang sister meridians within an element.
4
Q
What is a source point?
A
A point that accesses source or yuan qi.
5
Q
What is a Xi Cleft point?
A
Where qi and blood accumulates.
6
Q
Describe entry and exit points.
A
Entry where energy enters a meridian. Exit where energy leaves the meridian.
