ZODIAC CHART

CHINESE ZODIAC CALENDAR



Zodiac Animal  

Year of your Zodiac Animal
Your Birthday must fall between February 1st to January 31st of the Year Listed

Rat   1924 1936 1948 1960 1972 1984 1996
Ox   1925 1937 1949 1961 1973 1985 1997
Tiger   1926 1938 1950 1962 1974 1986 1998
Rabbit   1927 1939 1951 1963 1975 1987 1999
Dragon   1928 1940 1952 1964 1976 1988 2000
Snake   1929 1941 1953 1965 1977 1989 2001
Horse   1930 1942 1954 1966 1978 1990 2002
Sheep   1931 1943 1955 1967 1979 1991 2003
Monkey   1932 1944 1956 1968 1980 1992 2004
Rooster   1933 1945 1957 1969 1981 1993 2005
Dog   1934 1946 1958 1970 1982 1994 2006
Boar/Pig   1935 1947 1959 1971 1983 1995 2007

 


The Chinese Zodiac is the longest chronological record in history and was introduced dating from 2637 BC. One complete cycle takes 60 years to complete-there are 5 cycles of 12 years. It is a method for counting years, months, days, and hours. It is popular among Asians and Westerners as a method of divination. The system is informally used to forecast one’s future and determining one’s character. Each sign represents energy patterns and modes of expression.

Legend has it that the Buddha summoned all the animals to come before him before he parted the Earth. 12 animals arrived to bid farewell. In honor of the animals he named each cycle after one of them. The animal ruling the year in which you were born exercises a profound influence and characteristics of your life.

The 12 animals include:


  1. Rat
  2. Ox
  3. Tiger
  4. Rabbit
  5. Dragon
  6. Snake
  7. Horse
  8. Sheep
  9. Monkey
  10. Rooster
  11. Dog
  12. Pig/Boar

RAT

They are intelligent, charming, and ambitious and often successful in business. They work hard to achieve their goals, and acquire possessions, and are likely to be perfectionists. They are basically thrifty with money. Tend to be easily angered and love to gossip. They appear to be selfish and greedy as they approach things wholeheartedly. They are faithful if their partner provides security and love.

OX

They are patient, speak little, and inspire confidence in others. Tend to eccentric and bigoted, and are easily angered. Usually need peace and quiet to work through their ideas and are best left alone to work as they become hot headed, inflexible, and stubborn when pushed. They are often very skilled with their hands. They are logical and find it hard to forgive if deceived. Ox people are mentally and physically alert and hate to fail or be opposed.

TIGER

They are determined, enthusiastic and positive with a sense of superiority. Tiger people are sensitive, given to deep thinking, capable of great symphony. They can be extremely short-tempered. May come into conflict with older people or those in authority, and may become aggressive if trapped. In love, they need a steady consistent partner who quietly gets on with their own life. They are suspicious of others, but are courageous and powerful. They are born leaders, are suited to travel, designing, advertising, politics or the military.

RABBIT

They are articulate, talented and ambitious. They are virtuous, reserved and have excellent taste. Usually they are generous, friendly, and tranquil by nature. Rabbit people seldom lose their temper and are anxious if forced to take risks, they most often prefer the easy road. They would make good gamblers for they have the uncanny gift of choosing the right thing. However they are known to be conservative and wise. In relationships they fulfill their partner’s desire.

DRAGON

They are energetic, enthusiastic, excitable, and short-tempered. They inspire self-confidence and trust. Dragon people are the most eccentric of any of the other zodiac signs. They are comfortable with being the center of attention. In difficult situations, dragons judge well, stepping into the right moment to resolve things. They see themselves as protectors. In partnerships they look for someone who will give them space and at the same time satisfy their romantic nature.

SNAKE

They like to be in control, are charming and captivating, yet calculating and often conservative. Snake people are often quite vain, selfish, and a bit stingy. They tend to overdo, since they have doubts about other people’s judgment and prefer to rely on themselves. Although, calm on the surface, they are intense and passionate. In relationships-companionship, moral support, and love are important. Their partners must like cozy surroundings and intimacy.

HORSE

They are cheerful, independent, and perceptive, although they sometimes talk too much. They are full of strength and ambitious. They are impatient and hot-blooded about everything except their daily work, which they are totally devoted to. Horse people set out to achieve recognition for their skills. They are very honest and loyal and need a partner who will take care of them but will also leave them free to pursue their own adventures if needed.

SHEEP/RAM

They are considered patient and like to exercise moderation and caution in all areas of their lives. Ram people can often be shy, pessimistic, and puzzled about life. Sometimes clumsy in speech, they are always passionate about what they do and what they believe in They can bear great pressure and remain stable. They are considered hard workers accomplishing much and can handle more than their share. In love they tend towards a partner who will protect them and give them space for creativity.

MONKEY

They are erratic geniuses in the signs of the zodiac. Clever, skillful, and flexible, they are remarkably inventive and original and can solve the most difficult problems with ease. Monkey people are good decision makers, though they tend to look down on others. They love to play games and are often ready to tease or play tricks. Their fast and moving energy sometimes makes them appear insensitive to others and for this reason sometimes find it difficult to settle with one person.

ROOSTER

They are deep thinkers, courageous, and wise. They like to be busy and are devoted beyond their capabilities and are often creative with music, sing, and the arts. People born in the Rooster rather have difficult relationships with others. They always think they are right and usually are! They are very good talkers and can persuade others. In relationships they are astute observers of what can and can’t happen in a partnership.

DOG

They are honest, friendly, and sincere and possess the best traits in human nature. They have a deep sense of loyalty and inspire other people’s confidence because they can keep secrets. Dog people are somewhat selfish, terribly stubborn, and eccentric. They are noted for their sharp tongue. Their inner power and physical vigor makes them a good person to have on a team. They are very faithful and reliable and in relationships settle with someone who supports them.

PIG/BOAR

They are tolerant, generous, virtuous, and peaceful. They don’t make many friends but they make them for life, anyone who is friends with a boar will receive extreme loyalty. They are most kind to their loved ones. They rarely criticize others and are not vengeful and thus have few enemies. They thirst for knowledge and are well informed. Boar people enjoy the simple and earthy pleasures. In relationships they give love and affection and trust that they will receive the same.


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