Chinese Astrology
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About Chinese Astrology
According to legend, Buddha once invited all the animals to a New Year's celebration. Although a fabulous feast was prepared, only twelve animals came to the party. Buddha decided to honor these animals by giving each of them their very own year.
This story has a few variations, but it basically lays the foundation for explaining Chinese Astrology. According to this system, the zodiac is based on the Lunar year, rather than the Solar year that guides Western astrology. The cycle of the zodiac signs is also twelve years long, rather than twelve months long, so everyone born in the same year shares the same Chinese horoscope sign, with an exception being those people who are born on the cusp of the new year between January and February.
Each of the twelve signs have distinct personality traits that play a significant role in determining horoscopes. However, there are other factors that put a spin on your forecast. In Chinese astronomy/astrology, the five elements also influence the behavior of each of the signs.
They are:
- Wood
- Fire
- Earth
- Metal
- Water
Each of these elements correlates to the five planets that were visible in the sky at the time early Asian astronomers were mapping the Heavens.
Additionally, each sign is attributed either Yin (female) or Yang (male) energy that maintains a balance between all things in the universe.
As you can tell by this short primer, a lot of factors go into mapping out horoscopes based on the Chinese astrological system, but once you make sense of all the components, you'll begin to see a pattern in your relationships and daily activities. You can use this insight to improve your life and help you move closer to your goals.
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