The lung is a delicate organ, referred to by ancient texts as the lid of qi which allows the flow of life force to radiate through the rest of the entire body. It is responsible for the ingoing and outgoing of vital universal energy. Associated within the spiritual bounds of the white tiger, the element of metal, and the eight petaled white flower. The western element of metal is tied to the season of autumn and crisp air. Metal is known as the mother of water, and thus the lungs are the mother of the kidneys.

“guard your lungs as all you do flows from it”