Spleen belongs to soil, which is a concept of traditional Chinese medicine, and refers to the attribute that spleen belongs to soil in the theory of five elements.
the five elements theory is a basic theory of Chinese medicine, which holds that nature and human body are composed of five elements, namely wood, fire, earth, gold and water, and they have a mutual relationship, which affects the changes of everything and human health. Spleen belongs to soil, which means that the function and characteristics of spleen are related to soil.
spleen governs transport and transformation. The main function of the spleen is to transport the essence of Shui Gu, transport the nutrients digested and absorbed by food to all parts of the body, and nourish viscera and organs and limbs. Just like soil, it can cultivate and moisten everything and provide nutrients for life. "Su Wen Yu Ji is really dirty" said: "The spleen is lonely and dirty, and the central soil is filled with four sides."
spleen governs blood. Another important function of the spleen is to control blood, that is, to control the normal circulation of blood in blood vessels and prevent blood from overflowing or invaginating. This, like soil, can fix the water flow and prevent flooding. "Su Wen Yin Yang Ying Xiang Da Lun" said: "Spleen is the soil, and its flower is in the flesh, and its filling is in the lips, which governs the transportation and blood circulation."
the significance of the theory of five elements
1. The theory of five elements has far-reaching influence in traditional Chinese medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that there is a close relationship between the human body and the elements in nature. By balancing the five elements, we can adjust the energy flow in the body, thus maintaining health and treating diseases. The classification and curative effect of traditional Chinese medicine are often classified and explained based on the five elements theory.
2. The theory of five elements plays an important role in divination and prediction. Eight-character numerology, a divination term based on the theory of five elements, can infer a person's personality, fate, good or bad luck and suitable occupation by analyzing the attributes of five elements at the date of birth. This has a guiding role for many people in making decisions and planning for the future.
3. The theory of five elements is also of great significance in agriculture. The time, planting and harvest of ancient agriculture and farming activities in China were all related to the five elements. It was considered that the time of different elements was suitable for different crops and activities, so as to improve the efficiency and harvest of agricultural production.
hint: the above contents have no scientific basis for the time being and are for reference only.