1918 yang earth horse
november yin water pig
11 november yang water dog
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I think they use animals for different years because animals are sacred to some parts of the world, For instance - This year (2011) Is the Chinese year of the rabbit and to the Chinese the rabbit symbolises a person who Inspires adoration or hatred and some other things..;]
The Chinese Zodiac symbols represent many things about a person, including personality characteristics, keys to success and clues to potential flaws. Each Chinese Zodiac symbol is tied to either Yin or Yang, the names given to opposing forces of the world. While sometimes yin is considered feminine and yang masculine, you can never have one without the other, and the animal symbols on the opposite ends of the spectrum complement each other. The 12 Zodiac animals of Chinese astrology represent each year of a 12-year cycle. Within the years that apply to individual animals, each year brings out one of five elements: water, wood, earth, metal and fire. Depending on the year you were born, you can learn more about yourself through understanding the meaning behind your Chinese Zodiac symbol. Yin Chinese Zodiac Symbols Ox: The Ox, sometimes water buffalo, is the second animal in the Chinese Zodiac. Hard-working and meticulous, the Ox is also patient and logical. However, with tendencies towards possessiveness, gullibility and intolerance, the Ox requires balance to succeed in life. Rabbit: Most Rabbits are kind and tender with artistic tendencies. However, those born in the Year of the Rabbit can also be self-indulgent, lazy and even detached if they allow those traits to surface. Snake: The Snake is linked to the Yin polarity and represents wisdom, grace and creativity in astrological readings. In years associated with the fire element, this symbol has an added depth and passion. Beware of possessiveness, self-doubts and mistrust in Snakes. http://onlinechineseastrology.com/
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The Takin is the most rarest, endangered species in the world. The Great Panda is only found in China. The Takin is the most rarest, endangered species in the world. The Great Panda is only found in China.
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The Zodiac Symbol Cancer means: Beginning of all things in the world.
I think they use animals for different years because animals are sacred to some parts of the world, For instance - This year (2011) Is the Chinese year of the rabbit and to the Chinese the rabbit symbolises a person who Inspires adoration or hatred and some other things..;]
The universe is believed to lie on the back of a cosmic turtle in ancient Chinese belief. This turtle is known as the "Celestial Turtle" or "World Turtle" and is a symbol of stability and balance in Chinese cosmology.
Worldwide a dove is a symbol and representation of Peace
the zodiac sercret is = when a member from the sohma family hugs a person from the oppisite sex or is on a great deal of stress - he transforms into the zodiac symbol the year he was born into
Legends and mythology are a big part of Chinese culture, especially in relation to the Chinese Zodiac. The 12 animals that appear on the Chinese Zodiac calendar include a rat, buffalo (ox), tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig. It's an unusual combination of animals for sure, and their appearance on the Chinese Zodiac is the topic of countless legends and is deeply embedded in Chinese mythology. An unlikely gathering The most well-known of the Chinese zodiac legends states that Buddha invited the animals to participate in a race. The prize was a coveted position on the Chinese Zodiac calendar. The first 12 animals to cross the river would appear on the Chinese Zodiac calendar in the order in which they completed the race. The first animal to make it across the finish line according to Chinese Zodiac legends and mythology was the rat. It seems unlikely that such a small animal could win such a strenuous race, especially when one considers all the contenders. Chinese Zodiac legends and mythology explains that the rat used his brain rather than his brawn. It hitched a ride on what it perceived was the mightiest swimmer. Just before the buffalo reached the shore, the rat jumped off the buffalo's back and crossed the finish line before the buffalo, putting the rat in first place. The buffalo came in second and as promised in the legends and mythology, was the second animal listed on the Chinese Zodiac. The tiger, also being strong, came in third, followed by the rabbit that jumped his way across and was helped during the last stretch by the dragon. A snake hid in the hoof of the horse which is how it managed to make it across the river. At the last minute the snake jumped out and scared the horse into seventh place. The sheep, monkey and rooster helped one another across and earned their spots on the calendar as well. The dog made it too, but decided a bath was more important than the position which is why it came in eleventh. Finally, the pig appeared and is listed last. According to Chinese Zodiac legends and mythology, the pig feasted and rested half-way through the race, but made it across guaranteeing its position. A small gathering The history of the Chinese Zodiac weaves another intriguing tale. This one tells of an invitation to a grand feast. All the animals were invited to join Buddha at either a birthday celebration, a New Year celebration, or a celebration for his departure from this world. Only 12 animals showed up at the festivities and that's how they ended up being featured on the Chinese Zodiac calendar. Another of the legends of the Chinese Zodiac states that instead of Buddha, it was the Jade Emperor who invited the animals. Regardless of the specific version of Chinese Zodiac history to which you subscribe, the Chinese Zodiac has amazed and entertained people around the world for thousands of years.
The Chinese Zodiac symbols represent many things about a person, including personality characteristics, keys to success and clues to potential flaws. Each Chinese Zodiac symbol is tied to either Yin or Yang, the names given to opposing forces of the world. While sometimes yin is considered feminine and yang masculine, you can never have one without the other, and the animal symbols on the opposite ends of the spectrum complement each other. The 12 Zodiac animals of Chinese astrology represent each year of a 12-year cycle. Within the years that apply to individual animals, each year brings out one of five elements: water, wood, earth, metal and fire. Depending on the year you were born, you can learn more about yourself through understanding the meaning behind your Chinese Zodiac symbol. Yin Chinese Zodiac Symbols Ox: The Ox, sometimes water buffalo, is the second animal in the Chinese Zodiac. Hard-working and meticulous, the Ox is also patient and logical. However, with tendencies towards possessiveness, gullibility and intolerance, the Ox requires balance to succeed in life. Rabbit: Most Rabbits are kind and tender with artistic tendencies. However, those born in the Year of the Rabbit can also be self-indulgent, lazy and even detached if they allow those traits to surface. Snake: The Snake is linked to the Yin polarity and represents wisdom, grace and creativity in astrological readings. In years associated with the fire element, this symbol has an added depth and passion. Beware of possessiveness, self-doubts and mistrust in Snakes. http://onlinechineseastrology.com/
Tiananmen Square is a symbol of Chinese government oppression.
Scientists around the world use the same element symbols. Chinese scientists would use C as the symbol for Carbon, as would any scientist.
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I know of no animal symbol for World War 2, but some countries are symbolized by animals; bear for Russia, lion for Great Britain, eagle for USA, and dragon for China.