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Chinese
Zodiac
More than 3, 500 years ago, our ancestors invented the 10 tian gan
(heavenly stems) and 12 di zhi (earthly branches) for chronological
purposes.
The signs are used to designate the hours, days, months
and years. However, since most people at that time were illiterate,
the signs were
difficult to use. Later, to make things easier to
memories, people used animals to symbolize the 12 earthly branches.
The animals in order are the
mouse, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake,
horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog and pig.
Many Chinese people strongly believe that the time of a person's
birth is the primary factor in determining that person's personality.
Why these signs are named after these animals but not other? According
to Chinese legend, during a Chinese New Year celebration. Buddha
invited all the animals to his kingdom, but unfortunately, for reasons
only known to the animals, a total of 12 turned up. The mouse was
naturally
the first, followed by the ox, then the tiger, the rabbit
and so on and finally the pig. Out of gratitude, Buddha decided
to name the year after each of
the animals in their order of arrival,
and people born of that year would inherit some of the traits of
that particular animal. These animals are also
supposed to have
some influence over the period of time they were named after.
Rat
(1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008)
You are imaginative, charming and truly generous to the person you
love. However, you have a tendency to be quick-tempered and overly
critical.
You are also inclined to be somewhat of an opportunist.
Born under this sign, you should be happy in sales or as a writer,
critic, or publicist.
Ox
(1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009)
A born leader, you inspire confidence from all around you. You are
conservative, methodical and good with your hands. Guard against
being
chauvinistic and always demanding your own way. The Ox would
be successful as a skilled surgeon, general, or hairdresser.
Tiger
(1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010)
You are sensitive, emotional and capable of great love. However,
you have a tendency to get carried away and be stubborn about what
you think is
right, often seen as a "Hothead" or rebel.
Your sign shows you would be excellent as a boss, an explorer, a
racecar driver, or a matador.
Rabbit
(1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011)
You are the kind of person that people like to be around-affectionate,
obliging, always
pleasant. You have a tendency, though, to get too sentimental and
seem superficial. Being cautious and conservative, you are successful
in
business but would also make a good lawyer, diplomat, or actor.
Dragon
(1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012)
Full of vitality and enthusiasm, the Dragon is a popular individual
even with the reputation of being foolhardy and a "big mouth"
at times. You are
intelligent, gifted and a perfectionist but these
qualities make you unduly demanding on others. You would be well-suited
to be an artist, priest, or
politician.
Snake
(1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013)
Rich in wisdom and charm, you are romantic and deep thinking and
your intuition guides you strongly. Avoid procrastination and your
stingy
attitude towards money. Keep your sense of humor about life.
The Snake would be most content as a teacher, philosopher, writer,
psychiatrist and
fortune teller.
Horse
(1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014)
Your capacity for hard work is amazing. You are your own person-very
independent. While intelligent and friendly, you have a strong streak
of
selfishness and sharp cunning and should guard against being
egotistical. Your sign suggests success as an adventurer, scientist,
poet, or
politician.
Sheep
(1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015)
Except for the knack of always getting off on the wrong foot with
people, the Sheep can be charming company. You are elegant and artistic
but the
first to complain about things. Put aside your pessimism
and worry and try to be less dependent on material comforts. You
would be best as an
actor, gardener, or beachcomber.
Monkey
(1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016)
You are very intelligent and have a very clever wit. Because of
your extraordinary nature and magnetic personality you are always
well-liked. The
Monkey, however, must guard against being an opportunist
and distrustful of other people. Your sign promises success in any
field you try.
Rooster
(1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017)
The Rooster is a hard worker, shrewd and definite in decision making
often speaking his mind. Because of this you tend to seem boastful
to
others. You are a dreamer, flashy dresser and extravagant to
an extreme. Born under this sign you should be happy as a restaurant
owner,
publicist, soldier, or world traveler.
Dog
(1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018)
The Dog will never let you down. Born under this sign you are honest
and faithful to those you love. You are plagued by constant worry,
a sharp
tongue and a tendency to be a fault finder. You would make
an excellent businessman, activist, teacher or secret agent.
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Pig
(1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019)
You are a splendid companion -- an intellectual with a very strong
need to set difficult goals and carry them out. You are sincere,
tolerant and
honest but by expecting the same from others you are
incredibly naive. Your quest for material goods could be your downfall.
The Pig would be
best in the arts as an entertainer, or possibly
a lawyer.
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