Chinese Year of the Ox

The Chinese Year of the Ox begins February 4, 2009. However, Chinese New Year’s Day is January 26, 2009. Many people confuse these two dates by often mistaking one for the other or believing both events occur on the same date.

Year of the Ox begins February 4, 2009

The Chinese New Year Day is based on the Chinese lunar calendar, whereas the Chinese Year of the (insert appropriate animal – in 2009 it’s the Ox) is based on the Chinese solar calendar.

To complicate matters, the Chinese New Year and the Chinese year of a particular zodiac sign don’t fall on the same calendar dates year after year.

The Chinese New Year Day is the first day of the first new moon after the winter solstice month. A Chinese year can consist of twelve or thirteen months depending when the winter solstice falls during a leap year. A Chinese New Year Day could have a February date like last year.

In 2008, the Chinese New Year began on February 7 whereas the Chinese Year of the Rat began on February 4, 2008.

2009 is the year of the Earth Ox. It's governed by yin energy. This Chinese zodiac animal represents hard work and diligence. There’s a call for obedience and the courage to face the day-to-day work required of the ox. A steady and confident life will assist in accomplishing each task.

2009 will be a year of duty. Family is very important to an Ox, so you’ll have greater interaction with family members.

The Ox is a hard-worker. and it’s through work and action that devotion is shown to those you love. For an Ox, actions always speak louder than words. This will be the theme of 2009. Lots of action will be required of you to demonstrate your devotion and commitment to loved ones. Lip-service won’t be enough. Your actions will determine the kind of year you have and how your family relationships evolve.

Because 2009 is an earth year with an Earth Ox, the double dose of these energies makes it a highly competitive year on the career scene.

World money matters won’t improve greatly since the fire element that controls money is missing in 2009. That doesn’t mean your future finances are going to be bleak. The saving grace on a personal note is the Ox affords you the opportunity to earn money if you’re willing to put forth the labor it requires. So in 2009, whatever effort and energy you put into your job, you’ll reap equally in pay.

There will be a greater emphasis on your home and home life in 2009. You may renovate or buy a new home. There could be a change in your home life with new family members joining you. This could be a new baby, an elderly member or even an older child returning to live with you. Whatever your circumstances, it’ll be a cherished time for your family..

You’ll desire to spend more time at home over the next year. While that may be an economic decision, it’ll prove an enjoyable one. You may decide to plant a summer garden or build a new flower bed. These projects and others will be family oriented activities that bring everyone closer.

The Earth Ox is the second earth branch year. Before the years were assigned an animal, the twelve-year lunar cycle was governed by the theory of the Twelve Earth Branches.

2009 is also considered a sixth heavenly stem year. The heavenly stems were originally representative of the ten suns the ancient Chinese believed ruled the earth in ten-day cycles. In modern terms, the stems are used as a form of alphabet. The Chinese believe we move through life in a sixty-year cycle. This comes from the five elements multiplied by the twelve earth branches. Some astrologers cite 2009 as the tenth year while others argue it’s the twentieth-year in that sixty-year cycle.

To better understand your sign’s reaction to the Earth Ox, you'll need to determine your element:

• Water
• Fire
• Earth
• Metal
• Wood

Below is a general rule for each sign:

• Rat: It's a good year to start building that nest egg. You could be taking on greater family responsibilities.

• Tiger: This could be a frustrating year since the ox moves too slowly for you.

• Rabbit: This could be a great year spent at the kind of pace you enjoy. Home is the center of your life. You may move or sell your home.

• Dragon: Douse the fire with a bit of caution and practice patience. You should make sure your integrity isn't compromised.

• Snake: Good opportunities will come your way.

• Horse: Cool your hooves. You long to join the race, but you need to wait in the stall. Enjoy being pampered and loved.

• Sheep: It's not your best year. You’ll spend most of your time trying to keep out of the Ox's way. Why not enjoy the down time?

• Monkey: Things are slow at work. Take advantage of it and enjoy getting reacquainted with your family.

• Rooster: There's a lot to crow about this year. Wonderful opportunities are practically falling in your lap.

• Dog: Best to lie near the hearth and enjoy being in the comfort of your home.

• Pig: Time to rut around and dig those foundations for your future. Steady work is all you need.

• Ox: This is your year. Emphasis will be on marriage and family.

Whatever your sign, celebrate the good energies being brought into your world this Chinese Year of the Ox.

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