Element
Ba Gua
Summary
The Ren Mai commands and controls all the yin functions of the body.
Primary Function
The Ren Mai commands and controls all the yin functions of the body. Du and Ren Mai develop as the first expression of yin and yang after conception. They originate in the vital region in the lower abdomen, the ‘lower supreme ridgepole’. The supreme ridge pole is the ‘no form’ out of which all things come – the macroscopic Dao. The supreme ridge pole within us is located between the Kidneys, in the lower Dantian. It is our source of life, vitality and ming men (fires of destiny). From this area comes the first division of yin and yang in the form of Du and Ren Mai.
Areas / Symptoms
internal stagnationherniahaemorrhoidsdysenterytoothacheswollen throatdifficult urinationbackachedifficult swallowingabdominal masseschest and abdominal pain
Brief Psychology
nourishing lifesource of lifevitalitysense of self
Related Emotions
Point Locations
Primary functions
Nourish YinRegulate the UterusMove Qi in the Lower Burner and UterusPromote the descending of Lung-Qi and the Kidney’s receiving of QiPromote the transformation transportation and excretion of fluids Activates the Triple Burner Control Fat Tissue and MembranesCombination of Directing and Governing Vessels’ points
In treatment
In treatment: It is used to affect yin in the body. It is associated with too much condensation and accumulation and blockage in the circulation of blood and liquids necessary for life. Indications include clotting and lumps particularly in the lower abdomen, vaginal discharge. Ren Mai is particularly important for miscarriage because of the power of the yin to contain and retain. It affects the perenium, pubis, abdomen, thorax, throat, lips. It is used for reproductive functions, menstrual cycle, digestion and respiration, all cases of stagnation of qi causing painful periods, growths in the abdomen, excessive periods, fibroids, ovarian cysts. It connects to the thyroid and affects reproductive hormones and function. It is responsible for regulating the life cycles in men and women and is not active until puberty.
Points
Overview
The Chinese characters that comprise Ren Mai represent a human bearing the weight of a bamboo pole with a load hanging at each end. It is symbolic of enduring the burden of being human. This relates especially to pregnancy. It is responsible for nourishing life, bringing blood, liquids and essences to nourishing new life and your life.
The Ren Mai commands and controls all the yin functions of the body. Du and Ren Mai develop as the first expression of yin and yang after conception. They originate in the vital region in the lower abdomen, the ‘lower supreme ridgepole’. The supreme ridge pole is the ‘no form’ out of which all things come – the macroscopic Dao. The supreme ridge pole within us is located between the Kidneys, in the lower Dantian. It is our source of life, vitality and ming men (fires of destiny). From this area comes the first division of yin and yang in the form of Du and Ren Mai.
The Ren Mai is the ‘sea of yin’ the master of the uterus.
Pathway
Pathway: Begins in the uterus in females and lower abdomen in males, emerges in the perineum, ascends the midline of abdomen, chest, throat to Ren24, winds around the mouth to connect with Du Mai at Du28 and terminates below the eye at St1. A branch arises in the pelvic cavity enters the spine and moves up the spine to end at the throat. Its Lou point is Ren 15. The Ren Mai connects to the Lu channel from Ren 17. It connects to the Lv, Ki, Sp, Pc, SJ, Yin Wei and Chong Mai.
Zangfu Connections
Channel Meeting points
GV, ST
Conception Vessel (Ren Mai)
- Originates in lower dantian (uterus in females)
- Yin, conception, fertility
- Good for areas it goes through – ie. low down urination and defecation, menstruation, in the
- Cv4 master point for uterus
- Cv6 and Cv17 for Qi
middle digestion and energy, in the chest heart and lung function
Master and Coupled Point
Points
Ren-3
Ren-3
Key PointAlarm PointFront-Mu Point
Key point for urination oedema menstruation abdomen hormones associated with reproduction via the pituitary gland and ovaries
Ren-4
Ren-4
Spirit PointKey PointAlarm PointFront-Mu Point
Key nourishing point – Dantian or hara centre; genetic disorders original qi key point for fertility and production of LH and FSH by pituitary and ovaries uterus impotence long life tonification of all organs abdominal pain breathing digestion key point for bladder and urination consciousness kidneys
Ren-6
Ren-6
Spirit PointKey Point
Key point for qi key point for accessing Dantian or hara centre consciousness vitality feebleness menstruation constipation impotence abdominal pain
Ren-12
Ren-12
Key PointAlarm PointFront-Mu Point
key point for digestion yang organs digestive qi eating disorders nausea reflux hiccup consciousness
Ren-14
Ren-14
Alarm PointKey PointFront-Mu Point
key point for heart pain memory short breath indigestion
Ren-17
Ren-17
Key PointAlarm PointFront-Mu Point
key point for breathing asthma chest pain lactation ingestion reflux vomiting speech
Ren-21
Ren-21
Key Point
Key point for middle third of body connection to the ‘man’ aspect of “heaven earth and man” stomach breathing
ESD Balances
| Balance | Points | Balance for | Channel | Related Balances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ren 1 Hui Yin – Meeting of the inner seas of Yin and vitality | nourishment seeds of life vitality source of Yin creation energy nurture supportive peace | |||
core core yin energy deep inner connection fertility creating life potential | ||||
Ren3 Zhong Ji – Utmost limit of balance | balance harmony centred vitality growth flow | |||
Ren4 Guan Yuan – Gateway of origin | dantian deep aspect of self fires of life origin authentic self life force energy | |||
Ren5 Shi Men – Ancient Stone Gateway | contemplation stability strength of centre grow change flexibility harmony sense of self | |||
Ren6 Qi Hai - Sea of Qi | dantian original qi deep sense of self fires of life nourishment self nourishment revival qi | |||
Ren7 United Crossing of Yin | strength reserves sense of direction support nourishment | |||
Ren8 Shen Que – Inner gateway tower of spirit | connection to mother spirit receiving nourishment nurture nourishment from spirit helps open allow spirit | |||
Ren9 Shui Fen - Flowing division of water | flow overcome obstacles change direction go with the flow | |||
Ren10 Xia Wan - Lower earthly core | letting go let go create space renewal growth | |||
Ren11 Jian Li - An established place of cultivation | harmony unity centring internal unity common direction harmonise 3 jiao | |||
Ren12 Zhong Wan - Central duct or core | middle way finding the way build vitality nourishment balance harmony feed inner vision vitality harmony | |||
Ren13 Shang Wang - Upper heavenly core | empty the mind freshness spirit inspiration stillness true path heart wisdom action | |||
Ren14 Ju Que - Great palace gateway | gateway to heart great emperor spirit unity command power expression receptive heart wisdom | |||
Ren15 Jui Wei - Loving protection of the dove | love protection peace spirit freedom express self create life | |||
Ren16 Zhong Ting - Middle palace courtyard | balance harmony relax comforted stillness stay of track on target spiritual journey | |||
Ren17 Tan Zhong – Sea of Qi/ Centre of our inner storehouse of light | balance harmony middle way nourishment purity of heart yin and yang rest and movement peace foundation heart vibrancy harmony joy | |||
Ren18 Yu Tang - Ancestral hall of jade | essence protected place wisdom ancestral wisdom | |||
Ren19 Zi Gong - The palace of royal purple | ancestral wisdom self respect spirit wisdom | |||
inner beauty inspiration loved accepted valued connected | ||||
Ren21 Xuan Ji – The jade within the pearl | beauty within inner beauty inner virtue heart integrity humility express core authenticity attraction | |||
Ren 23 Lian Quan - Correctly angled spring water | inner knowledge guidance | |||
Ren24 Cheng Jiang - Receiving the rich broth of life | nourishment receive receptive nurture supporting invigorate | |||
Ren22 Tian Tu – Passage to heaven | glimpse of heavenglimpse of future lifevisionchangefuture claritygreat potentialinspire change |
