THE OX 2033, 2021, 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961, 1949
1st of February
The Ox is the second of all zodiac animals. According to a myth, the Jade Emperor said the order would be determined by the order in which they arrived at his feast. The Ox was about to arrive first, but Rat tricked Ox into giving him a lift on his back. When they got to the party, Rat jumped off his back and landed in front of Ox. Thus Ox became the second animal of the zodiac.
In Chinese culture, the ox is a prized animal. Due to its role in agriculture, positive qualities are attributed to it such as being hardworking and honest.
Low and steady marks the ox’s character. Bona fide leaders, they are grounded, determined and highly dependable. They have the ability to motivate and inspire
confidence in others as well. Those born under the sign are meticulous, systematic and real sticklers for details. They can be straight-laced and prefer
routine, aiming to trash things out in a methodical manner till it bears fruit. Simplicity and straightforwardness govern their personality. However, the ox has
a temper and it’s wise to get out of its way when it rears it horns. It is also a signs that it’s overly proud, refusing to seek assistance. The ox chooses to
depend on its head to reason things and finds it hard to tolerate the week. Chauvinistic and even tyrannical, the ox is often grumpy, bigoted and refuses to forgive of forget for that matter.
There are five types of Ox, each with different characteristics:
Type of Ox
Year of Birth
Characteristics
Wood Ox
1925, 1985
These Oxen are multitalented and live like a breeze. There are some difficulties in the beginning, but everything smooths out.
Fire Ox
1937, 1997
These Oxen are friendly and social. There are no financial worries their entire life.
Earth Ox
1949, 2009
These Oxen are detailed and like being the leader. They’re usually are make a lot of money, but can’t seem to hold onto it. However, they are able to slow down and enjoy their later years.
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Gold Ox
1961, 2021
These Oxen face obstacles early on, although there are no financial worries. Friends and family aren’t much help, but they will be able to enjoy a comfortable retirement.
Water Ox
1973, 2033
These Oxen have a comfortable early life and are respected their entire life. They will have a loving family, but it’s recommended to marry late.
Famous people born in the Year Of The Ox:
Cristiano Ronaldo, George Clooney, Wayne Rooney, Anthony Hopkins, Barack Obama, Picasso, Mahathir Mohamad, Koo Kien Keat, Napoleon Bonaparte, Zee Avi, Bruce Springsteen, Bruno Mars, George Frederic Handel, Saddam Hussein, Dustin Hoffman, Jane Fonda, Cristiano Ronaldo, Clark Gable, Eddie Murphy, Adolf Hitler, Jozef Stalin, George
Clooney, Gregory Nava, Pol Pot, George Lopez, Jack Lemmon, Jack Nicholson, Paul Newman, Jeff Bridges, Hishammuddin Hussein, Jessica Lange, Jim Carrey, John Corbett , Jorge Garcia, Whoopi
Goldberg, Bruce Springstein, Meg Ryan, Meryl Streep, Margaret Thatcher, Princess Diana, Nomar Garciaparra, Anthony Hopkins, Richard Nixon, Richard Gere, Robert Redford, Rock Hudson, Roselyn Sanchez, Shirley Bassey, Sigourney Weaver, Vincent Van Gogh, and Walt Disney.
Health: Strong and robust, people born in the year of the ox enjoy a fairly healthy condition with a long life span and less illness. Because of hard work with a stubborn personality, they often forget meals, which make them have intestinal problems. So enough rest and regular diet are needed for oxen to work efficiently. With a stubborn temperament, they find it easy to bear stress and tension, and they are reluctant to reveal themselves to others. Proper relaxation and regular short travels will benefit the ox.
Career: As the symbol of hard work, oxen always work hard at everything and stick to finishing it. Possessing a serious and responsible attitude toward work, they can come up with different approaches to their task. With a keen eye for details and an admirable work ethic, they are competent at such careers as
agriculture, manufacturing, pharmacy, mechanics, engineering, draftsmanship, artist, soldier, farmer, politics, real estate, interior design, painting, carpentry, or quarry work.
They are intelligent logical thinkers. They approach work seriously and most likely to hold positions with authority.
The Best Love
Match:
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Snake and Rooster
Ox and Snake: They will strike a great partnership. Sympathy, love and understanding flow easily between these two.
Ox and Rooster: It is a great match that is blessed by the gods. They appeal to each other with passion and excitement.
Words of Caution:
They may have struggles and problems with Monkey, and a lack of understanding with Goat and Pig. Popular belief is that Oxen should not set up house with Tiger.
Ying/ Yang
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Yin and Yang
Lucky Directions:
North, South
Lucky Colors:
white, yellow, green
Lucky Numbers:
1, 4
Lucky Flowers:
tulip, peach blossoms
Lucky Months:
the 7th and 9th Chinese lunar months
Lucky Days:
the 13th and 27th of every Chinese lunar months
The Chinese zodiac signs are determined by the lunar year in which you were born. The Chinese believe the animal ruling one's birth year has a
profound influence on personality, and destiny. The saying is: "This animal hides in your heart."
Years Corresponding to Chinese Zodiac Signs:
Rat
1900
1912
1924
1936
1948
1960
1972
1984
1996
2008
2020
Os
1901
1913
1925
1937
1949
1961
1973
1985
1997
2009
2021
Tijger
1902
1914
1926
1938
1950
1962
1974
1986
1998
2010
2022
Konijn
1903
1915
1927
1939
1951
1963
1975
1987
1999
2011
2023
Draak
1904
1916
1928
1940
1952
1964
1976
1988
2000
2012
2024
Slang
1905
1917
1929
1941
1953
1965
1977
1989
2001
2013
2025
Paard
1906
1918
1930
1942
1954
1966
1978
1990
2002
2014
2026
Schaap
1907
1919
1931
1943
1955
1967
1979
1991
2003
2015
2027
Aap
1908
1920
1932
1944
1956
1968
1980
1992
2004
2016
2028
Haan
1909
1921
1933
1945
1957
1969
1981
1993
2005
2017
2029
Hond
1910
1922
1934
1946
1958
1970
1982
1994
2006
2018
2030
Zwijn
1911
1923
1935
1947
1959
1971
1983
1995
2007
2019
2031
The date of the Chinese New Year is determined by the Chinese calendar, a lunisolar calendar. The same calendar is used in countries that have adopted the Confucian and Buddhism tradition and
in many cultures influenced by the Chinese. Chinese New Year starts on the first day of the new year containing a new moon (some sources even include New Year's Eve) and ends on the Lantern Festival fourteen days later. This occurs around
the time of the full moon as each lunation is about 29.53 days in duration. In the Gregorian calendar, the Chinese New Year falls on different dates each year, on a date between January 21 and February 21.
