Translating "承漿", acupuncture point REN-24
The reasoning for translating "承漿" as "Fluid Receptacle" from Chinese into English. This is the original name of acupuncture point REN-24 (Ren 24).
承漿
Fluid Receptacle (REN-24)
承: Receive / be informed by / hold
漿: Juice
Explanation of the point name
This point is located underneath the mouth, which receives fluids. Also, the effect of this point is to enhance the function of receiving in body and psyche.
1st character
Point names with 承
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.
ST-1 | 承泣 | Accept the Tears |
ST-20 | 承滿 | Receiving Enough |
BL-6 | 承光 | Receiving Light |
BL-36 | 承扶 | Receiving Help |
BL-56 | 承筋 | Supporting Muscles |
BL-57 | 承山 | Supporting the Mountain |
GB-18 | 承靈 | Informed by the Spirit |
REN-24 | 承漿 | Fluid Receptacle |
2nd character
No other point names with this character.
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-21 | 璇璣 | Pivot of Fine Jade |
REN-22 | 天突 | Heaven's Chimney |
REN-23 | 廉泉 | Corner Spring |
REN-24 | 承漿 | Fluid Receptacle |
DU-28 | 齦交 | Gum Junction |
DU-27 | 兌端 | Passing Over the Tip |
DU-26 | 水溝 | Water Trough |