Kung Hei Fat Choi!
The foundation of the Chinese Zodiac, also called Chinese Animal Astrology, was from the 12 "Earthly Branches" represented by the 12 animal symbols (The Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Boar), the five elements (metal, water, wood, fire, and earth) and the Yin-Yang theory.
There are many myths and legends about how the 12 animals representing the 12 years in a lunar cycle came into being. One of the most popular is that the Lord Buddha called all the animals to come to him before departing this earth. Only 12 animals came, and as a reward he named a lunar year after each according to the order in which it arrived. The Rat was the first to get there, crossing the final river on the back of the Ox and jumping down in front. Following them were the Tiger, Rabbit (Hare), Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep (Goat, Ram), Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Boar
I was born under the Year of the Dog
(1970) – 狗 / 犬 (戌)
(Yang, 3rd Trine, Fixed Element Metal): Years of the Dog include 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, and 2030... The Dog occupies the eleventh position in the Chinese zodiac, after the Rooster, and before the Pig. Here is how i was described: Honest,
intelligent, straightforward, loyal, sense of justice and fair play,
attractive, amicable, unpretentious, sociable, open-minded, idealistic,
moralistic, practical, affectionate, sensitive, easy going. Can be cynical,
lazy, cold, judgmental, pessimistic, worrier, stubborn, quarrelsome.
To be more specific, i am a metal dog (6
February 1970 – 26 January 1971). In Chinese Taoist Metal attributes are considered to be
firmness, rigidity, persistence, strength and determination. The metal person
is controlling, ambitious, forceful and set in their ways as metal is very
strong; and they are self-reliant and prefer to handle their problems alone.
The metal person is also materialistic, business oriented and good at
organization and stability. However the metal person can also appreciate luxury
and enjoy the good things in life. Just as metal can conduct electricity, the
Metal person has strong impulses and generative powers and can bring about
changes and transformations for those who come into contact with them.
Dog Year | Start | End |
2018 | February 16, 2018 | February 4, 2019 |
2006 | January 29, 2006 | February 17, 2007 |
1994 | February 10, 1994 | January 30, 1995 |
1982 | January 25, 1982 | February 12, 1983 |
1970 | February 6, 1970 | January 26, 1971 |
1958 | February 18, 1958 | February 7, 1959 |
1946 | February 2, 1946 | January 21, 1947 |
1934 | February 14, 1934 | February 3, 1935 |
Famous earth Dogs include Madonna and Michael Jackson.
Sadly
speaking, I guess the chinese have forgotten to include Frogs as part of
the Chinese Zodiac . Ironically, the Three legged Money Frog, also
known as Chan Chu which means frog or toad, is an ancient and popular Chinese
symbol for prosperity. It is said to be the bearer of good fortune, which
is why you always see them bringing two strings of coins tied behind their back
and holding a lucky Ching Dynasty gold coin in their mouth. According to Feng
Shui lore, Money Frogs are believed to drive away evil, protect wealth, and
increase income.In ancient China, these mythical creatures are said to appear
every full moon near homes that will receive good news of increased wealth or
monetary gain. Feng Shui Masters believe that Money Frogs go out in the
afternoon to collect money and return at night with lots of money sticking on
their feet