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There are a thousand of ways to predict one's ways and destiny. The Chinese follows the most popular method in
the world. Since their own population makes up half the world. Thus the Chinese believe that an animal exists ion each one of us and there by there is an animal that represents the year in which we are born and that is
most dominant in us. The method is pretty simple; all we have to remember is the year that we are born in. Find out what sorts of animal you are by looking up the year you were born in referring to the table given
below.
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EARS OF THE LUNAR SIGNS FROM
1912 TO 2007 RAT
1912 1924 1936 1948 1960 1972 1984 1996 OX
1913 1925 1937 1949 1961 1973 1985 1997 TIGER
1914 1926 1938 1950 1962 1974 1986 1998 RABBIT
1915 1927 1939 1951 1963 1975 1987 1999 DRAGON
1916 1928 1940 1952 1964 1976 1988 2000 SNAKE
1917 1929 1941 1953 1965 1977 1989 2001 HORSE
1918 1930 1942 1954 1966 1978 1990 2002 SHEEP
1919 1931 1943 1955 1967 1979 1991 2003 MONKEY
1920 1932 1944 1956 1968 1980 1992 2004 ROOSTER
1921 1933 1945 1957 1969 1981 1993 2005 DOG
1922 1934 1946 1958 1970 1982 1994 2006 BOAR
1923 1935 1947 1959 1971 1983 1995 2007
THE RAT
The charms of the rat personally are as universally known and loved as the Walt Disney character, Mickey Mouse. Remarkably easy to get along with.
Hard working and thrifty, they will be generous to only those they are fond of. So if you get an expensive gift from them, be sure that they hold you in a
very respectable position. On the surface a rat person may appear reserved, but this is not so. Rat persons are usually bright, associates and family relations.
Some of the most famous rats are Pope john Paul, William
Shakespeare, Karim Aga Khan, Yves St Laurent, Prince Charles.
THE OX
The ox or the buffalo sign symbolizes prosperity through fortitude and hard
work. A person born during this year will be dependable, calm and methodical. Patient and tireless workers, they stick to the routines and conventions. Beneath the somewhat neat and modest appearance, the OX
shields a resolute and logical mind. They walk with their head held high. A person born under this particular sign is systematic. They have uncluttered
minds. You can rely on their promises and once they give their word they always practice to keep it. The OX is terribly naïve about the affairs and it
takes a long time for them to develop intimate relationships. They are slow to warm up and reveal their true feeling. But if you marry them and place
your trust squarely on their shoulders, they will never disappoint them.
Some of the famous OXEN: Jawaharlal Nehru, Walt Disney, Richard Nixon, Margaret Thatcher, Adolph Hitler etc.
THE TIGER
In the east, the tiger symbolizes power, passion and daring. This fearless and fiery fighter is reversed as the sign that wards of the three main
disasters of a household- fire, thieves and ghosts. Restless and reckless by nature, the Tiger is always geared for action. However, because of their
suspicious nature, they are prone to waver and hasty decisions. But just as they are quick-tempered, they are equally sincere, affectionate and generous. What's more they have a marvelous sense of humor? They love
babies, animals, jazz or anything that can catch their imagination and attention for the span of the moment.
Some of the famous Tigers: Charles De Gaulle, Groucho Marx, queens Elizabeth two, Marilyn Monroe.
THE RABBIT
The rabbit symbolizes graciousness, good manners, sound counsel and
sensitivity to beauty. The soft speech and nimble ways embody all the desirable traits of a successful diplomat or seasoned politician. The rabbits
are reserved, artistic and posses good judgment. Their thoroughness will also make them good scholars. They will shine in the fields of law, politics
and government. But they are inclined to be moody. The rabbit is extremely lucky in business and monetary transactions.
Some of the famous Rabbits: David Rockefeller, Ingrid Bergman, Fidel
Castro, Albert Einstein, and Joseph Stalin.
THE DRAGON
The dragon person magnanimous and full of vitality and strength. The dragon
symbolizes the emperor/empresses. The sign symbolizes power. Those born in the year of the dragon are said to wear the horns of destiny. The dragon is the veritable storehouse of energy. The people call him the
guardian of wealth and power. Certainly a prosperous sign to belong. But then again, the dragon is the sign most prone to megalomania.
Some of the famous dragons: John Lennon, St. John of Arc, Frank
Sinitra, Yehudi Menuhin, and Cheguevara.
THE SNAKE
Philosopher, theologian, political wizard, Wily financier- the snake person is
the deepest thinker and an enigma in the oriental circle. They are endowed with an inborn wisdom of their very own right. Graceful and soft-spoken, they
love books, food, music, the theatre, and will gravitate towards all the finer things in life. Elegant in speech, dress and manners, the snake person
does not like indulging in small talk or frivolities. They can be quiet generous with money, but they are known to be very ruthless, when they want to attain an important objective.
Some of the famous snakes: Indira Gandhi, Mao-Tse-Tung, Gamel Abdel Nasser, JFK, and Abraham Lincoln
THE HORSE
The person born in this year is to be cheer full, popular and quick witted. They have raw sex appeal rather than straight good looks. The unpredictable
horse will fall in love easily and fall out of love just as easily. An adventure by heart, they are still noted for their keen mind and the ability to manage
money. Self reliant vivacious, energetic, impetuous, and even brash, the horse is a showy dresser, partial to bright colors and striking designs to the
points of being gaudy on occasions. The horse loves exercise both physical and mental. The native of this sign is often called the playboy or playgirl of the circle. They are just as skillful in business as in love.
Some of the famous horses: F.D.Roosevelt, Barbara Striesant, Rembrandt, Nikita Khurschev, and Chris Evert.
THE SHEEP
This is the most feminine sign of the oriental zodiac. A person of the sheep year is called the Good Samaritan of the cycle. He is righteous, sincere and
easily taken in by sob stories. He is artistic, fashionable and a creative worker. The sheep is known for their gentle and compassionate ways. They
can easily forgive and be understanding about others faults. They dislike strict schedules and cannot take too much criticism or discipline.
Some of the famous sheep: Barbara Walter, Muhammad Ali, Billie Jean
King, King George 4, and The Shah of Iran.
THE MONKEY
The monkey is the sign of the inventor. The improviser, and the motivator in the oriental zodiac. They are very clever, flexible and innovative. They can
master any thing under the sun and usually have the attitude for being a good linguist. The monkey person will be successful at what ever they choose to do. No challenge will be too great for them. On the negative side,
they have an inborn superiority complex.
Some famous monkeys: Walter Matthau Edward Kennedy, Mick Jagger, and Duchess of Windsor, Nelson Rockefeller.
THE ROOSTER
The rooster-born especially the men will be attractive and dashingly handsome. They are sharp, neat, precise, organized, decisive, upright alert
and the most direct. They can also be critical to the point of brutality. They like to argue and debate showing how knowledgeable and smart they are
with little regard for the feelings of others. Gay, witty and amusing the magnificent rooster will never pass an opportunity to recount their adventures and enumerate their accomplishments.
Some famous roosters: Prince Philip, Peter Ustinov, Elton John, Pope Paul, and Elia Kazan.
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HE DOG
This may be the most likable sign of all in the oriental cycle. A person born in the year of the dog is honest, intelligent and straightforward. They have a
deep sense of loyalty and a passion for justice and fair play. If you have a fourth right friend for a dog you must know that when you are in trouble, all
you have to do is dial, D-O-G. For no matter how much he or she complains scolds or feigns in difference the DOG person cannot ignore a real call for help.
Some of famous dogs: Charles Bronson, Pierre Cardin, Sir Winston Church Hill, Elvis Presley, and Chou-en-Lai.
THE BOAR
This is the sign of honesty, simplicity and great fortitude. Gallant, sturdy and courageous, persons born in this year will apply themselves to an
allotted task with all their strength and you can rely on them to see it through. Outwardly, they might appear roughhewn and jovial, but scratch the
surface and you will find pure gold. The boar is bound to be one of the most natural people you could come across. They will never hit you below the
belt. No doubt they will have fights and differences with others, but they will not carry grudges unless you give them a chance. They don't like to add
fuel in the fire in case of a confrontation and will usually let bygones be bygones.
Some famous Boars: Ronald Regan, Julie Andrews, Woody Allen, Chiang-Kai-Shek, and Alfred |
