Chinese Astrology: Zodiac Signs Compatibility and Chinese Love Horoscope

Chinese astrology is an ancient astrology. It is based on the lunar calendar and animal zodiac signs. Read this article to get a gist of Chinese zodiac signs.
Chinese Astrology: Zodiac Signs Compatibility and Chinese Love Horoscope
The term astrology was derived from a Greek word; Astro is"star" and logy is "word". The concept of astrology is not new; it is available from time immemorial. According to historians astrology was recorded as early as the 3rd millennium BC. It is believed that astrology has played a vital role in shaping the tradition, astronomy and culture of various nations even today. Astrology is based on various traditions and beliefs. Astrology is calculated using the apparent positions of the planets. There are mainly three types of astrology that are widely practiced even today. They are Vedic, Western and Chinese. Chinese astrology gives an insight into your compatibility signs and your love horoscope.

Legend of Chinese Zodiac Sign

The Chinese believe that the zodiac signs were determined by Buddha. There are twelve zodiac signs in Chinese astrology. It is believed that once Lord Buddha had invited all the animals of the animal kingdom for a meeting. However, only twelve animals turned up for the meeting. The animal that was first to arrive was the gregarious Rat. Next came the enduring and hard-working Ox, followed by the honorable Tiger and the cautious Rabbit. Then came the outspoken Dragon along with the philosophical Snake. The active Horse came along with the artistic Goat, spirited Monkey and the showy Rooster. The watchful Dog and the resigned Pig were the last to join. Buddha was pleased to see the 12 animals that visited him. He honored each of them by bestowing a year in their name. He also told them that the year in their name would take their characteristics and nature. From then onwards the Chinese animal year began.

Chinese Zodiac Signs Compatibility

The Chinese astrology is an ancient Oriental art of character reading. It is believed that Huang Ti, the Emperor of China, introduced the first cycle of the animal zodiac signs and the animal year in 2637 BC. Unlike the New Year of the west, which falls on the 1st of January, Chinese New Year falls in the end of January. Chinese astrology is based on the lunar year.

The Chinese zodiac signs are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Dog, Rooster and Pig . The Chinese zodiac signs are based on the year of birth and not the day of birth. Each zodiac sign is repeated once in 12 years and the each zodiac sign lasts for a year. In Chinese astrology, the animal zodiac sign determines the compatibility between two people. You can check out your compatibility with another person if you know his year of birth. Given below are the animal zodiac signs and the years associated with each sign.
  • The year of Rat falls on 1900, 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020. The zodiac signs Dragon, Ox and Monkey are compatible.
  • The year of Ox falls on 1901, 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1997, 2009, 2021. The zodiac signs Snake, Rooster and Rat are compatible.
  • The Year of Tiger falls on 1902, 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1960, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022. The zodiac signs Horse, Dragon and Dog are compatible.
  • The year of Rabbit falls on 1903, 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023. The zodiac signs Sheep, Pig and Dog are compatible.
  • The year of Dragon falls on 1904, 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024. The zodiac signs Rat, Snake, Monkey and Rooster are compatible.
  • The year of Snake falls on 1905, 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025. The zodiac signs Ox and Rooster are compatible.
  • The year of Horse falls on 1906, 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026. The zodiac signs Tiger, Dog and Sheep are compatible.
  • The year of Sheep falls on 1907, 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027. The zodiac signs Rabbit, Pig and Horse are compatible.
  • The year of Monkey falls on 1908, 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028. The zodiac signs Dragon and Rat are compatible.
  • The year of Rooster falls on 1909, 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029. The zodiac signs Ox, Snake and Dragon are compatible.
  • The year of Dog falls on 1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030. The zodiac signs Horse, Tiger and Rabbit are compatible.
  • The year of Pig falls on 1911, 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031. The zodiac signs Rabbits and Sheep are compatible.
Chinese Love Horoscope

The Chinese horoscope is based on the zodiac animal signs. The zodiac sign depends on the year of birth and not on the date of birth. From ancient times, as per the laws of attraction you are attracted to somebody because the "chemistry" is similar. It has been said that relationships between all zodiac signs are possible; however, there are some zodiac signs that are more or better compatible and harmonious with others.

Chinese love horoscope gives a clear picture about the nature and character of each and every zodiac sign. This will help you to find out with which zodiac sign you are compatible with. If you can understand your combinations of the zodiac signs, you will be able to establish a better relationship and happiness. Many people rely on the compatibility of their Chinese horoscope before seeking a perfect partner or starting a partnership business.

Apart from the animal zodiac signs, Chinese horoscope also uses the five elements. Chinese horoscope uses the symbols of Yin or Yang. This helps the Chinese astrologer understand how the compatibility between two people works. The Chinese horoscope takes into account Five Elements - Fire, Earth, Metal, Wood, and Water. These five elements control the characteristics of each of the 12 animal signs.

To summarize, Chinese love horoscope and zodiac compatibility can be calculated if you know the year of birth of a person. The Chinese astrology and zodiac signs will help you find your compatibility. The compatibility will ensure you to lead a happy and harmonious life.

Check out the compatibility of your chinese zodiac signs

By Maya Pillai
Published: 6/16/2008
 
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