You may be familiar with western astrology and the 12 zodiac signs, but how well do you know the Chinese Zodiac? Beginning on February 12th and lasting a 16-day period, many come together from all over the world celebrating the Lunar New Year (also sometimes referred to as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival). The Lunar Calendar, unlike the Gregorian calendar that always begins on January 1st, begins with the first New Moon of the Year. This means that the Lunar New Year’s date changes each year. That said, it always falls between January 21st and February 21st and this time we welcome the year of the Metal Ox.
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Unlike Western astrology, which is based on a framework of 12 months equaling 12 different signs, the Chinese zodiac is based on years. This practice has been used for millennia and goes on a cycle of 12 years and each year is associated with a specific animal. To find yours, use this handy breakdown for reference:
| If You Were Born This Year… | Your Chinese Zodiac Symbol Is… |
| 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020 | Rat |
| 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021 | Ox |
| 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 | Tiger |
| 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 | Rabbit |
| 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 | Dragon |
| 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 | Snake |
| 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 | Horse |
| 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015 | Sheep/Goat |
| 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016 | Monkey |
| 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017 | Rooster |
| 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018 | Dog |
| 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019 | Pig |
This lunar cycle is particularly special as we welcome the Year of the Metal Ox! As the second animal in the zodiac cycle, the Ox is attributed with its earthly characteristics of sturdiness, hardworking abilities, and sheer power! Generally, those born in the year of the Ox tend to have patient and easygoing dispositions but can exclude strength when necessary. If you are looking into celebrating the Lunar New Year and Welcoming the Year of the Metal Ox, a few things to keep in mind are the preferences of this zodiac sign. Those born in Ox years, will have the lucky numbers of 1,4, and 9 and the lucky colors of Yellow and Green. Most importantly, Oxen are thought to have the highest compatibility with those born in the years of the Snake and the Rooster.
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How will you be celebrating the Lunar New Year?
