Animals, myths and elements: what does the Chinese horoscope tell us?

Why are we in the year 4724 in Chinese culture?

Chinese culture uses a traditional lunisolar calendarThe Chinese calendar, unlike the Western calendar, uses a system of counting years based on the beginning of the reign of the Yellow Emperor, one of the five legendary emperors, considered the founder of Chinese civilization, who reigned from 2698 to 2598 BC.

The Chinese horoscope

The myth of the animal race

The Chinese horoscope continues a cycle made up of 12 animals, each with traits and characteristics that influence the year and in people born under that sign. According to the most popular legend, the Jade Emperor wanted to create a calendar and summoned all the animals for a race. The first 12 to arrive were the ones who established the symbols of the horoscope.

Horse characteristics

The horse is a popular and appealing symbol. In the Chinese calendar, it represents an impatient and flamboyant sign, as well as being lively, big-hearted, and enthusiastic. The year 2026 is the Year of the Horse of Fire. a particularly intense and energetic combination that had not been repeated since 1966The Horse likes to be surrounded by people and is compatible with the Tiger or the Dog, but should avoid the Rat.

The five elements

Each year and each animal are also associated with an element, which modulates its energy and influenceThe elements are: fire, metal, earth, water, and wood.

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