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Chinese Astrology Explained |
By:
Michelle Andersen |
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Are you confused about the meanings of Chinese astrology? Would
you like to know more about this 5000 year old art?
Chinese astrology is based on the lunar calendar. As with
astrology from other cultures, a horoscope is created using the
position of the stars and planets for each of the twelve signs
of the zodiac based on the year of birth.
The Twelve Chinese Signs
Rat
Rats are charming and attractive to the opposite sex. But
despite outside appearances, they are restless and this
sometimes comes across as aggressiveness. Rats are great with
money, and love to pounce on an opportunity. They are also very
generous to their friends. They love people and large
gatherings and always have others around. They also run in many
intimate circles and like to be involved in everything they can,
leading them to sometimes attempt to do too much. They are good
writers and speakers, and success comes easily to them.
Ox
Oxen are calm on the surface, but have hidden tempers. They are
hard workers and are determined to the point of stubbornness.
However, this makes them one of the most dependable signs. They
are trustworthy, and easily move up at the office. If they
don't watch out, they may not have much of a social life. They
are not very adept at mind games, and can sometimes be led
astray in romance. But once they find someone, they are
steadfast and loyal.
Tiger
Tigers are energetic and unpredictable. Their wild side leads
them to be the center of attention. They speak their mind and
are always looking for the new party or next great idea. They
are also very involved in giving their time and money to the
causes they are passionate about. They are generous and
honest. However, they are also rebels. They seek ideals and
will rebel against a society they perceive as being in the
wrong. They are emotional and impulsive, prone to romance as
well as jealousy.
Rabbit
Rabbits are gracious and gentle. They adore quiet and
peacefulness, and prefer a good book to a night on the town.
Their sensitivity can lead to moodiness, but normally rabbits
are great at keeping the peace. While they are quiet on the
surface, rabbits are good at finding deals. They are sweet and
can talk people into being on their side of an issue without
argument. While they are cautious, they can also be friendly
and inviting once they feel safe.
Dragon
Dragons have fire. They are full of life, and want to live life
to the fullest. They are perfectionists and are extremely
demanding of both themselves and others. They intimidate those
who disagree with them, although they are very loyal to their
friends. They can be stubborn, but they will let you know how
they feel. They believe themselves to be B and loveable, and
they strive to motivate everyone to live up to their
standards.
Snake
Snakes are mysterious, often charming the opposite sex. They
are graceful, and tend towards all things grand and cultural.
They are private tend to look inward for their self-esteem, and
are superstitious about everything. They are not
penny-pinchers, but always have money on hand. Snakes are
jealous when they find a lover, and will turn cold almost on a
whim.
Horse
Horses are generally friendly. They love being the center of
attention, and will keep others enthralled by their quick wit.
However, they have malleable alliances, and will have many
short-lived romances and friendships. They enjoy the change,
and lead lives full of adventure. They don't like being tied
down, and love working out and spending time outdoors. They
don't like sticking to a plan, and will often take on too much.
They can be impatient with others whom they perceive as moving
too slowly.
Sheep
Sheep are peaceful people. They empathize with others' pain,
and are easy to talk to. They don't like to rush, and will
break if pressured. They do not like harsh words, and love to
be led gently. While they are passive, they are also patient,
and generally they eventually get their way. They always
remember their friends and families and give thoughtful gifts.
They often worry about what others think, and tend too spend too
much.
Monkey
Monkeys are intuitive and clever. They are hands-on problem
solvers, and a great deal of self-confidence. They enjoy
succeeding at difficult tasks, and don't need to be talked into
attempting one. The source of their success is their great
memory. They are hard workers, and don't care what others think
of them. They don't usually have many friends, although their
success does attract people to them.
Rooster
Roosters are romantics. They are perfectionists and dreamers at
the same time. Quick to see detail, they always love a
challenge, especially if at first glance it looks impossible.
They take great pride in knowing all the details of a subject
that interests them, and are thus great debaters. However, they
will never admit to being wrong. They also tend to step in and
try to solve others' problems, whether or not they have been
invited to do so. They like to always stay busy, and will work
for whatever they have their eye on.
Dog
Dogs are friendly and are always up front about their feelings.
They are very family-oriented and are extremely loyal to their
friends. They will fight for a cause they feel is just. They
are not comfortable around extravagant wealth, and prefer a
loving home regardless of social status. Once you befriend a
dog, they will be by your side for life. They are monogamous,
and tend to choose their lovers wisely. They work hard and play
hard, and know when it is appropriate to be doing one or the
other. They are good providers to those they love.
Pig
Pigs love a social life. They have many friends, and tend to
stay out of heated discussions and all kinds of debates. It's
not that they don't have an opinion; they simply love to party
and don't want to risk ruining the fun. They are good
listeners, but are sometimes gullible and can be taken advantage
of easily. This can sometimes hurt them in relationships. They
are trustworthy and dependable, and stick by their friends.
They are generous to those they care about.
The Five Elements
There is another layer to Chinese astrology that is less well
known than the Chinese signs. Chinese astrologers use a 60 year
cycle, made up of five sets of the twelve signs. The five
repetitions of the signs each correspond to a different element,
adding more intricacy to the animal.
The five elements are Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth.
In Chinese astrology, the elements are part of a cycle; one is
not higher or better than another. In fact, they have a
cyclical relationship, both in positive and negative ways, so
that:
Water makes Wood
Wood makes Fire
Fire makes Earth
Earth
makes Metal
Metal makes Water
and:
Water destroys Fire
Fire destroys Metal
Metal destroys
Wood
Wood destroys Earth
Earth destroys Water
In addition, they can be openly aggressive and hostile:
Water resists Fire
Fire resists Metal
Metal resists
Wood
Wood resists Earth
Earth resists Water
So now you know the basics of Chinese Astrology. Enjoy
exploring your Chinese sign!
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