books44 Chapter 223 The Circulation of Five Qi
Chapter 223 The Circulation of Five Qi
In the spacious and spiritually vibrant training grounds of the Tianxin Sect, sunlight poured down generously, illuminating every inch of the land. Lin Qing, dressed in a deep blue robe, his robes fluttering gently in the wind, stood tall and imposing in the sunlight. At this moment, he stood in the center of the grounds, surrounded by a group of disciples whose eyes were filled with eager curiosity, ready to embark on a journey to explore the mysteries of the human body's inner energy.
"Students," Lin Qing's deep and powerful voice echoed in the training ground, "We have previously explored the many connections between the human body and the universe. Today, we will focus on the five vital energies within the human body—original energy, righteous energy, ancestral energy, defensive energy, and nutritive energy. The circulation of these five energies is related to our physical health, the foundation of our cultivation, and the enhancement of our spiritual power."
The disciples straightened their backs, their eyes fixed on Lin Qing, afraid of missing any crucial information. Yi Chen leaned forward slightly, his hands unconsciously clenching, his face full of focus and anticipation. He had always been curious about the mysteries of human energy, and now it felt as if he was about to unveil a mysterious treasure. Meng Li, on the other hand, bit her lower lip slightly, her eyes flashing with tension and excitement. She longed to master this profound knowledge, yet worried that she wouldn't be able to grasp its essence.
Lin Qing slowly raised his hands, palms facing upwards. A faint blue light gradually emanated from his body, soft and warm, as if containing boundless energy. "First is primordial energy, the original energy of our lives, originating from our innate constitution and stored in our kidneys. It's like the spark of life, providing power for all our life activities," Lin Qing said, slowly moving his hands to guide the blue light towards his abdomen. "Imagine, deep within your lower abdomen, there's a warm flame—that's where primordial energy resides."
The disciples closed their eyes and, following Lin Qing's description, tried their best to find the "flame" within their bodies. Yi Chen frowned slightly, concentrating intently on sensing it. Gradually, he felt a faint warm current surging in his lower abdomen. Although the current was weak, it was full of vitality. The corners of his mouth unconsciously turned up, and a surge of joy welled up in his heart.
“Next is righteous energy, which is our body’s ability to resist external evils. It’s like a loyal guard, always protecting our body.” Lin Qing continued to explain, his hands moving quickly, and blue light instantly spread out, completely enveloping his body. “With sufficient righteous energy, we can be immune to all diseases, and our cultivation path will be smoother.”
"Elder Lin, how should we strengthen our righteous energy?" Xiaofeng couldn't help but raise his hand to ask, his eyes shining with a thirst for knowledge.
Lin Qing smiled and replied, "Through a reasonable diet, regular rest, and correct cultivation methods, we can enhance our vital energy. For example, we can eat some foods that have the effect of supporting vital energy, such as ginseng and astragalus; at the same time, we can persist in practicing specific exercises to guide vital energy to circulate in the body and make it more abundant."
Next, Lin Qing began to introduce Zong Qi. "Zong Qi is formed by the combination of the pure Qi of nature and the essence of water and grain in the chest. It gathers in the chest, ascends to the respiratory tract to carry out breathing, and flows into the heart meridian to circulate Qi and blood." As he spoke, he gestured with his hands in front of his chest. "You can feel it. When we take a deep breath, the fullness in our chest cavity is the manifestation of Zong Qi."
The disciples all took a deep breath, trying to sense the presence of the sect's energy. Mengli closed her eyes and slowly inhaled. She felt a fullness of power in her chest, as if her body had established a wondrous connection with heaven and earth. A look of surprise appeared on her face.
"Wei Qi circulates outside the blood vessels and has the functions of warming and nourishing the whole body, protecting the skin surface, and defending against the invasion of external pathogens." As Lin Qing spoke, blue light spread outward from his body surface, forming a faint halo. "It is like an invisible barrier for our body, protecting us at all times."
"What about the camp energy, Elder Lin?" Ling'er blinked her big eyes and asked curiously.
“Nutritional Qi circulates in the vessels and is an important component of blood. It has the function of nourishing the whole body and generating blood,” Lin Qing explained. “It works in conjunction with defensive Qi, one yin and one yang, to maintain the normal functioning of the body.”
To help his disciples better understand the circulation of the Five Elements, Lin Qing personally demonstrated a set of exercises specifically designed to guide their flow. His movements were fluid and graceful; every raised hand and every turn was full of power and rhythm. The disciples eagerly followed suit, and the training ground was soon filled with synchronized breathing and rhythmic movements.
"Everyone, pay attention. When practicing this technique, you must focus on feeling the flow of the five energies within your body." Lin Qing demonstrated while instructing his disciples. "The primordial energy originates from the kidneys, flows upward through the meridians, and nourishes the whole body; the righteous energy circulates on the surface and inside the body, resisting external pathogens; the ancestral energy gathers in the chest and then delivers energy to the respiratory and circulatory systems; the defensive energy circulates on the body surface, forming a protective barrier; and the nutritive energy flows in the blood vessels, providing nutrition to the body."
Yi Chen followed Lin Qing's movements attentively, adjusting his breathing and focus. He closed his eyes, using his mind to feel the flow of the five energies within his body. Gradually, he felt as if there were five rushing rivers within him, intertwining and influencing each other, jointly propelling the body's energy circulation. A look of rapture appeared on his face, as if he were in a wondrous world full of energy.
Mengli, however, was struggling somewhat; her movements were a little stiff, and her perception of the five energies was not clear enough. Lin Qing noticed her situation, gently walked over, and said softly, "Mengli, don't rush, relax your mind and body, and follow your own rhythm. Feel the flow of the five energies in your body, don't deliberately pursue it, let them flow naturally." Under Lin Qing's guidance, Mengli gradually relaxed, her movements became smoother, and she began to slowly feel the subtle changes of the five energies in her body.
As time went by, the disciples gradually became familiar with the circulation of the five elements. Their faces radiated focus and joy, as if they were performing a sacred ritual. In this process, they not only learned about the five elements but also experienced the wondrous changes in their body's energy during cultivation.
“Everyone, continue practicing and try to understand the mysteries of the Five Elements,” Lin Qing said. “The circulation of these Five Elements is an important foundation for our cultivation. Only by mastering them can we go further and more steadily on the path of cultivation.”
The disciples continued to immerse themselves in their cultivation, their figures appearing exceptionally resolute in the sunlight. Lin Qing watched them quietly from the side, his eyes filled with satisfaction and anticipation.