Chinese Astrology

Introduction To Chinese Zodiac

2008-02-26T12:22:00.000-08:00

The Chinese Zodiac used to be a way of counting the years. After development of thousands of years, the Chinese Zodiac becomes a kind of astrology. Chinese astrology is based on a twelve-year lunar cycle. Each of the 12 years is presented by an animal. Which animal you belong to is determined by the year in which you were born. To be accurate about your born year, you must use a Chinese calendar. Each sign is ascribed a set of attributes the Chinese believe comprise the nature of each particular animal.

Some scholars believe that the origin of Chinese Astrology is from the zootheism. The 12 animals in Chinese Zodiac are all related closely to human life. Half of the 12 Chinese Zodiac animals live with human: ox, sheep, horse, pig, dog and Rooster. Five of them are related closely to human life: tiger, rabbit, monkey, rat and snake. And the last one-the symbol of the spirit of China- the dragon.

The Chinese believe that the world is made of five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. These are modifiers and affect the characteristics of each of the 12 animal signs. Thus, each of the 12 animals is governed by an element plus a Yin Yang Direction.

If a Chinese ask you: "what do you belong to?" It means which animal sign you belong to in the 12 Chinese Zodiacs. In China, this is a polite way to ask how old you are.

2008 is the year of Earth Rat, the beginning of the 12-year cycle in Chinese Astrology. We provide free yearly horoscope for every sign. But first, you have to find out which zodiac sign you belong to.

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The Year of the Rat, Earth Year, 2008-09

2008-02-10T04:17:00.000-08:00

By Sharita Star

February 7th, 2008 to January 25th, 2009, Earth Rat Year

Always upon an Aquarian New Moon here in the West, our friends in the East ring in their New Year. In the legend of how the Chinese Zodiac Wheel came to be, Buddha asked the animals to come to him and the Rat was the first in line. And so we find this Universal New Year of 2008 to be at the very start of a brand new cycle in multitudes of ways from the planetary heavens above. The Year of the Rat, Earth Year coupled with 2008's singular One vibration only means all kinds of initiations and new beginnings are at an all time high to flourish.

In this spirited and engaging year ahead, the collective can expect this to be a time of pragmatism, forethought and self-will. Material prosperity is highly protected when it is acquired through the means of integrity and hard work over the course of how 2008 is to unfold. Think of the years to follow in 9 and 12-year cycles, where the seeds planted in this one will reap harvest further on down the road.

All is set to rise in a Rat Earth Year as we kick off another new cycle, encouraging us to face new beginnings. Even after 2007's not so happy financial affairs that occurred on all sorts of levels, a feel good factor returns as market economies take an up-turn as the year progresses. When one turns to an open mind while taking a fresh look at the world, all kinds of new ventures can prosper when accompanied with the energies of optimism and belief. Discoveries and inventions are especially prevalent and easily have the ability to be unleashed with the end result of success.

Those who will turn the ages of 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, 82, 94, 106- (and so on!) this year, are in from their Chinese Zodiac perspective, a "Rat Return." Every 12 years our Chinese animals are represented by a different element, pointing to where auspicious occasions will arise. This same animal return year also links up with Jupiter's cycles here in the West, where the planet of luck simultaneously blesses one with luck and optimism over the year. Your animal year typically will link up with your Jupiter Return in the West's birth chart.

In further alignment of how the East and West perspectives connect, it takes 60 years for the Chinese Wheel to complete an entire cycle as we see the return to the exact elemental year one was born in as that animal. This same 60-year marks in the West the 2nd Saturn Return, where significant changes occur in the life like never before. The Chinese believe one's greatest wisdom begins to unfold as one full cycle of their wheel concludes. Saturn wholeheartedly agrees the 2nd Return also releases the soul into the greatest period of self-expression and inner power after a many life lesson have now been learned.

Be on the look-out for the Rat in 2008 whenever you see an enterprising spirit. These natives are generous, enjoy creating opportunities, take gambles, have a variety of acquaintances, love being the explorer and the pioneer, find clever solutions, and prefer mental pursuits over physical labors. Their external character is seen in the Yang, the male energy representing the life force and taking the initiative. Yet the perfect balance is granted to this Water animal in which the inner process is the feminine perspective that nurtures through quiet restraint and diplomacy. Depending upon the element that guides their year of birth, more insight is available to add to the depth of character that makes up their innate nature.

Let's tune into more reasons new beginnings are upon us, with this Universal 2008 reducing to the singular One. The numerical guidance of the 2 + 8 =10, which the Chaldeans understood to be, 'The Wheel of Fortune,' lends the following ancient advice: "A number of rise and fall, according to personal desire. Every event is self-determined. 10 is the symbol of LOve and LIght, which create all that can be imagined, and also contains the code: Image 10 Ordain. Image it and it shall be. Ordain it and it will materialize. The power for manifesting creative concepts into reality is inherent, but must be used with wisdom, since the power for absolute creation contains the polarity power for absolute destruction. Self-discipline and infinite compassion must accompany the gift of the former to avoid the tragedy of the latter. Discipline must proceed Dominion."

Thus we are in the perfect numerical match for Earth Year of the Rat. When we hone in on responsibility and wisdom with a twist of imagination, one is bound to redeem prosperous rewards from the seeds planted. This Earth Year coupled with a 10/1 Universal Year requests that solid values, reliability, grounded energy, foresight to the 9 to the 12 yr cycles, be adhered to. By applying focus and organization the harvest will be rich, but if the intention of greed is part of the plan, as the 10 so highly warns, the potential for absolute destruction can occur.

Looking to more signs of adhering to practicality and wisdom from our Western Influences, Pluto the planet of change and regeneration, begins a 16 yr period in Capricorn stimulating organization and matter relating to the progress of government. Jupiter accompanies Pluto in Capricorn to start this long-term passage off that brings in new wave of conservative thinking. The collective will begin to return to traditional values concerning education, morality and the law over the years to unfold.

This planetary combo brings swirls of change to political thinking on a global level. Serious movements begin toward the orientation and foundation of an innovative system of government that joins the world together into one system. If you already know about the National Id Card here in the United States, we are already beginning to see this kind of change. It is obvious the world wide web keeps increasing in its' utilization for almost everything one does, along with all those handy devices that keep us in the know of what's occurring half-way around the world in a moments notice. As much as we are seemingly separate, the unity of our purchasing power and knowledge of our whereabouts is closer than ever before.

Looking to your own Western Astrological current transits and Numerological cycles one can find the necessary formula to take in the abundance within this Earth Rat One year. Following your own light in life allows you to manifest your own personal rewards. No matter where you are in your current 9 Year cycle and astrological transits, look to this year to optimally bring the energy guiding your soul to the greatest heights, so that the one to follow will prosper all the more. In as much as we do belong to a society that is speeding up faster than the average person can keep up with, bear in mind that the planets move no faster today that they did 10,000 years ago. Check history and you'll certainly find validation that the planets have always offered our ancestors the knowledge to unlock the magical wisdom they possess. It is still here for all of us to benefit from. May we never forget to take the planets into account so we can not only better understand ourselves, but to grasp what's cooking in that great big world out there around us as well.

May your Rat Earth Year and 2008 bless you with a plenty of prosperous initiations, self-will, and foresight resulting in riches that can truly be measured in your heart.

Since the young age of 7, Sharita has been a student of the planets above and all of the mysteries of our Universe. She is available for all levels of astrological, numerical and lexigram analysis through readings and party services, available at: http://www.sharitastar.com. She resides in New York City and currently is finishing her first book.

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Reviewing The Traditional Chinese Astrology

2008-02-03T10:39:00.000-08:00

By Mike Selvon

Astrology is one of the most ancient of Chinese philosophies. With a complex mix of calendar cycles and associations to animals, Chinese astrology is as mysterious as it is effective. Unlike other disciplines, the culture embraces astrology with bright, wonderful celebrations and integrates beliefs into their everyday lives. In this article, we'll examine the roots of this Asian tradition and how other cultures have come to respect it.

Chinese astrology is the divination of the future from the Chinese calendar. This basic cycle has been constructed from two cycles: the 10 heavenly stems (the five elements in their yin and yang forms) and the 12 earthly branches, or the 12-year cycle of animals referred to as the Chinese zodiac.

The Chinese animal zodiac also operates on a cycle of months or 'moons' and of hours of the day. The animal signs assigned by year represent how others will perceive you as being, or how you present yourself.

It is a common misconception that the animals assigned by year are the only signs, and many western descriptions of the Chinese version draw solely on this system. In fact, there are also animal signs assigned by month (called inner animals) and hours of the day (called secret animals). While a person might appear to be a dragon because they were born in the year of the dragon, they might also be a snake internally and an ox secretively.

In total, this makes for 8,640 possible combinations that a person might be. An individual's monthly animal sign is called their inner animal and is concerned with what motivates a person.

Since this sign dictates the person's love life and inner persona, it is critical to a proper understanding of the individual's compatibility with other signs. These are all critical for the proper use of this Asian astrology.

Like in western astrology, each sign is linked to a month of the solar year. However, in Chinese astrology, the signs are also related to a season and the elements are believed to transfer some of its characteristics to the sign concerned. In the 60 year cycle, the fixed element, which is concerned with the year, month and hour signs, is separate from the cycle of elements which interact with the signs.

The Chinese zodiac is also used to label times of day, with each sign corresponding to a "large-hour," which is a two-hour period (24 divided by 12 animals). It is therefore important to know the exact time of birth to determine it. The secret animal is thought to be a person's truest representation, since this animal is determined by the smallest denominator: a person's birth hour. It is a person's own true sign, upon which their personality is based.

Chinese new year celebrations are renowned for the bold displays of Asian tradition and symbols from Chinese astrology. Most societies don't practice astrology as openly as the Chinese do. Businessmen won't make deals on some days, couples try to have babies in certain years and particular addresses are believed to be good luck. This is an example of how deeply people can believe in the impact of stars and planets.

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How to Find Chinese Astrology Compatibility?

2008-02-03T10:37:00.000-08:00

By Bill Cook

A Chinese astrology matchmaker can help you find compatibility in your relationship with a person. The matchmaker can also help you in realizing whether there is a compatibility rating between you and your prospective partner. This in turn, will help you find out whether you will get along with the other person. The Chinese astrology compatibility rating is associated to your birth sign and the birth sign of the other person.

Visiting a Chinese astrology matchmaker can help you stay away from getting in to a bad relationship. You can also find a good partner for yourself with the help of Chinese astrology compatibility rating.

There are several elements that play crucial roles in determining your compatibility with another person. You can take note of all these factors and carry it with you in order to use it in future to determine your compatibility rating with another person. It is also important to take good time to know the other person well and realize whether the two of you make a good couple together. You must always remember that the compatibility rating is directly associated to your sign and the sign of the other person. Only a Chinese astrology matchmaker would help you to avoid a disastrous relationship and make a good one for you. The Chinese astrology compatibility is really helpful for you.

Now, a good compatibility rating is not a sure shot guarantee that the relationship will work out in adverse as well as good conditions. However, it will let you visualize the person with whom you can have a good relationship or get along well. You also has a good chance to encounter with someone who shores similar interest and think in the same manner you do. Once you are successful in finding out someone who has a good rating on your Chinese astrology compatibility rating. You can rest assured that the two of you will enjoy a good relationship ahead. This starts a healthy relationship.

The Chinese astrology compatibility rating method will let you rule out people in your life with whom you would not be able to get along well. This can make you live happily ever after with the one who is right for you. It is important to share a good relationship and maintain it with a person when you find someone sharing a good compatibility rating with you according to Chinese astrology compatibility rating.

You need to work hard to maintain a good relationship. A good Chinese astrology compatibility rating does not give you an authority to take a relationship for granted. You need to build it and nurture it like any ordinary relationship. A good compatibility is a promise made to you that you won’t find somebody in your life who would not appreciate your efforts and the love for him/her.

Visit a Chinese astrology matchmaker to find a good relationship for yourself. You can visit various websites on the net in order to find a Chinese astrology matchmaker.

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Chinese Astrology Revealed Using Four Pillars of Destiny Method

2008-02-03T10:36:00.000-08:00

By Groshan Fabiola

One of the oldest forms of astrology is the type practiced by the Chinese that stretches back for many centuries. Chinese Astrology is extremely complex and difficult for the normal person to grasp deeply. Therefore most people simply focus on the characteristics of the animals in the Chinese Zodiac based on one's birth year. The twelve animals in the Chinese Zodiac are, in order, the rat or mouse, the ox or cow, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep or lamb, monkey, rooster or chicken, dog, and pig. But a Chinese Astrology reading conducted by an expert would go much deeper than explaining the traits of animal and delve into one's birth month, day, and hour.

In fact, the most popular form of Chinese Astrology readings are based on the Four Pillars of Destiny. The Four Pillars of Destiny originated and was popularized during the Tang Dynasty in China. It focused on leveraging a person's Chinese Zodiac for the core of the reading. Then a significant evolution occured during the Song Dynasty that uses the day stem instead of the year branch in predicting a person's fortune, health, wealth, life, and marriage. Today, the modifications that the Song Dynasty applied to Chinese Astrology is the foundation of the Four Pillars approach for the Chinese.

As one can imagine, a reading that applies the Four Pillars of Destiny method that takes into account birth hour, day, month, and year is much more detailed and accurate than a generic reading based solely on birth year. Yet it is this same daunting level of complexity that prevents the general populace from grasping and embracing the intricacies of the Four Pillars of Destiny method. Next time, learn to look beyond the basic rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig of the Chinese Zodiac when understanding one's true Chinese Astrology reading and fate.

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The Role of the Five Elements in Chinese Astrology and Chinese Zodiac

2008-02-03T10:33:00.000-08:00

By Groshan Fabiola

For a Chinese Astrology reading, people generally know about the Chinese Zodiac which is comprised of twelve animals, the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig. What most people do not know is that there are also five elements in Chinese Astrology which are wood, fire, earth, metal, water. When the elements and zodiac animal signs are combined, then the accuracy and richness of a Chinese Astrology reading increases substantially.

In Chinese Astrology, the relationship between the five common elements seen on earth are fundamental and intricate. As on earth, each element is dependent on another element yet can trump and be trumped by another element. Together, the five elements of the Chinese Zodiac form a fluid and nurturing environment with each element of similar strength.

For example, metal can contain water; water fosters the growth of trees which is wood; wood is the fuel for fire; fire burns out to leave ashes which return to the earth; and earth is compressed over time to create metal. So there is a cyclical and rationale approach for this balanced philosophy for the elements in Chinese Astrology.

These five elements are also paired with the Chinese animal in the zodiac. Therefore, one could be a born in the year of the pig and fire, creating a "fire pig" like the year 2007. Or one could be born in the year of the "water dragon." It is by understanding these subtleties that one can begin to truly grasp the implications of their birth year on their future fame, fortune, and destiny in Chinese Astrology readings.

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