Translating "玉堂", acupuncture point REN-18
The reasoning for translating "玉堂" as "Jade Hall" from Chinese into English. This is the original name of acupuncture point REN-18 (Ren 18).
Explanation of the point name
The 'Jade Hall' is the ribcage and the organs within. This point is located halfway the breastbone of the ribcage. It affects the Qi of the chest, and the Heart. 'Jade' also refers to the value of ones higher purpose, that this point enables.
1st character
Point names with 玉
For consistency in the translations, it is necessary to be aware of how the character is translated elsewhere. These are the point names it is in.
BL-9 | 玉枕 | Jade Pillow |
REN-18 | 玉堂 | Jade Hall |
2nd character
Point names with 堂
For consistency in the translations, it is necessary to be aware of how the character is translated elsewhere. These are the point names it is in.
BL-44 | 神堂 | Hall of Consciousness |
REN-18 | 玉堂 | Jade Hall |
Nearby points
Sometimes the names of consecutive points on a meridian are related. Being aware of nearby points can help to translate consistently in such a situation.
REN-15 | 鳩尾 | Dove Tail |
REN-16 | 中庭 | Middle of the Courtyard |
REN-17 | 膻中 | Center of the Chest |
REN-18 | 玉堂 | Jade Hall |
REN-19 | 紫宮 | Purple Palace |
REN-20 | 華蓋 | Flower Canopy |
REN-21 | 璇璣 | Pivot of Fine Jade |