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[ckBejug]

Chinese Astrology


Dogs are loyal, faithful and honest and always stick to their firm codes of ethics. However, this Sign has trouble trusting others. It's generally quite trustworthy itself -- except for the occasional "little white lies" the Dog tells in order to make things go more smoothly. The Dog makes a wonderful, discreet and loyal friend (despite any white lies) and is an excellent listener. This Sign tends to root for the underdog and its keen sense of right and wrong makes it duty-bound to the core. The Dog's mantra seems to be, Live right, look out for the little people and fight injustice whenever possible.In any forum, this Sign is happiest when able to be quite physically active; at home or at work, the Dog will always be constructing something new or cleaning something up in order to make things better. Dogs need to work on controlling their irrational worries and would also be well-served to relax their mile-high standards, which can sometimes wind up alienating the ones they love.

Perhaps a little true.

I haven't read any of the other signs but I'm sure they'll all be perhaps a little true for me too. Stupid astrology.

[spiral]

Mine's a rat.

Rats are considered a symbol of good luck and wealth in both China and Japan. Clever and quick-witted, the Rat of the Chinese Zodiac is utterly disarming to boot. Possessed of excellent taste, this Sign flaunts its style at every turn. Its natural charm and sharp, funny demeanor make it an appealing friend for almost anyone. The Rat likes to know who is on its side and will treat its most loyal friends with an extra measure of protection and generosity.

Behind that sweet smile, though, Rats are keen and unapologetic promoters of their own agendas. This Sign is motivated by its own interests, which often include money; greed can become a problem if the Rat isn't careful to keep its priorities straight. This Sign's natural powers of charm and persuasion can definitely come in handy! Although they are often hoarders, Rats can be very generous to those in their "pack," namely friends and family members who have proven their loyalty. Others might perceive them as quick-tempered and sharp-tongued, but never boorish. Verbal jousting is a great pleasure for the Rat, a Sign that everyone around will quickly learn either to love or to hate.

Rats enjoy being on the outside looking in, as the outside affords a view into the inner workings of a system or situation. The Rat's keen mind always seeks out new knowledge, to be stored away for future use. This ever-curious Sign also welcomes challenges as a way to stay sharp. If boredom sets in the Rat is no fun at all, but that isn't likely; this Sign knows how to keep itself entertained.

A valuable lesson for Rats is to learn to consider others above themselves, at least sometimes. If they can develop their sense of self and realize it leaves room for others in their life as well, Rats could find true happiness.



hmmm. pretty good...

[SagGal]

Sign: Sagittarius
Chinese Astrology: Tiger

Tigers may not be the king of the jungle, but these striped cats are no softies! Magnetic and self-possessed, Tigers are born leaders. They have an air of authority that prompts others to fall in line, which is exactly how they like it. Although they are magnetically charming and fun to be around, Tigers like to go it alone sometimes too. A Tiger's main interest is in following its ambitions -- and maintaining control.

Tigers are courageous beyond compare and generally come out ahead in battle, be it in the boardroom or the bedroom. Seduction is one area where the Tiger is definitely king! Noble and warm-hearted, Tigers have a natural, raw appeal that's extremely attractive to other Signs. They're not just about attraction, though; ever on the side of right, Tigers will fight the good fight to the bitter end if the cause is worthy. Opponents are wise to fear this feline.

A bit of caution is a good thing around Tigers, since they can pounce without warning. They experience mood swings and often feel things more intensely than others, the latter quality being both good and bad. They can react poorly under stress and are prone to emotional outbursts. This Sign's bristling sensitivity can send friend and foe running for cover.


A lesson that Tigers would be well-served to learn is "moderation in all things." Once these cats can find their center and direct their considerable energies toward worthwhile endeavors (as opposed to racing through life), they will accomplish much.

The most compatible match for a Tiger is the Horse or the Dog.
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What I want to know, is how they come up with this.

[fIReBuRntInHeLL]

Im a PIG!!!!!! PIG in chinese astrology is considered the best of all.
1983 gooooooooooooooooooo

Contrary to its rather negative reputation in the West, the Pig of Chinese Astrology may be the most generous and honorable Sign of the Zodiac. Pigs are nice to a fault and possess impeccable manners and taste. They have so much of the perfectionist in them that others may be inclined to perceive them as snobs, but this is a misconception. Pigs are simply possessed of a truly luxurious nature, one that delights in finery and riches (in surroundings, food, lovemaking and otherwise). This Sign believes in the best qualities of mankind and certainly doesn't consider itself to be superior. Pigs also care a great deal about friends and family and work hard to keep everyone in their life happy. Helping others is a true pleasure for the Pig, who feels best when everyone else is smiling.

A Pig with no one around to appreciate its giving nature is a sad sight. Pigs are so magnanimous they can appear almost saintly; this can lead some less-than-well-intentioned souls to stomp all over this Sign, and the bad news is, the Pig will take the blows! Pigs make great companions in part because of their refusal to see the more negative or base qualities in a partner, but that rose-colored view can lead to this Sign's allowing itself to be taken advantage of. Contrary to their seemingly benign dispositions, however, Pigs can be quite venomous in response to being crossed by a lover, friend or business partner.

Pigs are highly intelligent creatures, forever studying, playing and probing in their quest for greater knowledge. They can be misinterpreted as being lazy, however, due to their love of reveling in the good stuff; this Sign could happily spend hours on end making love, napping, taking a long bubble bath or dallying over an incredible spread of rich foods. Pigs tend to make wonderful life partners due to their hearts of gold and their love of family. Even so, Pigs can be rather exclusive, choosing to spend time with those who will appreciate them most and ignore the rest of the populace. Pigs would do well to realize that there's more to life than being needed. When they open up their world to a diverse group of people, they will truly bloom.

[TheSwineherd]

Oh boy, what a tangled web of misconceptions and surface skimming. Seeing as how I am the most learned (obsessed, whatever) in the study of the stars, I feel it is my duty (and delight) to put forth an explanation of this ancient art.

Astrology is based on the idea that a force exists in the universe which moves everything. It is believed that this force moves in cycles (the circle IS the most perfect and eternal of the shapes). Astrology then, is the study of cycles. Astrology does not claim that the planets have any direct impact on individuals in any way, shape, or form. It works because the same force that moves the planets also moves us. We are all part of the same universe, and we all follow the same cycles and patterns.

So, where do we get the symbolic meanings for the planets? The solar system is a microcosm which mimics the larger cycles of the above-mentioned force. Physical qualities, such as appearance, movement, size, and so on, translate into abstract representations (ego, unconscious self, communication/reasoning...). The Sun is the center of the solar system and therefore represents the center of our lives, our individuality/ego. The Sun gives off light and energy, it is the spark of life in the solar system. Therefore it is the personal/spiritual force, expressing the way in which we express, grow, and live. The life spark within the solar system and within us.
Sunlight is pure and reveals itself as it is, and so the Sun can only be itself. There is no deception about the Sun, and therefore no ambiguitiy or deception in a person's ego/self.

The Moon, however, does not have a light of its own. The Moon receives and reflects the light of the Sun. It gives shape and interpretation to the Sun. In astrology, that means the Moon interprets the Sun's experiences and forms a memory that can be accessed for future reference. The Moon is constantly changing its appearance. Similarly, the Moon in ourselves is constantly changing and updating the information we receive. In astrology, the Moon represents past lives, our unconscious
selves, expression of our emotions, and ways in which we feel secure.
And so on with each of the planets. Anyone interested in an explanation of the other planets is welcome to ask for one.

The zodiac originated in the constellations. The tropical zodiac (not to be confused with the sideral zodiac) contains 12 constellations which form the backdrop for the ecliptic (the path of the planets as observed from earth). The zodiacal signs are pulled from these constellations at certain points in the cyclical zodiac. So how did we mark off these sections? I think each of the signs began where the constellations originally were. They've since moved, but the original points in the ecliptic are the points that are used for tropical astrology. Also, each sign begins at the appropriate time of year. Aries is concerned with birth, pioneering, new beginnings and as such it begins in springtime (where we get the vernal equinox). Granted, ancient civilizations created myths for each constellation and they don't all say exactly the same thing.
But, if we accept that myths are based on truth and combine this with the idea of cycles and progressions, we end up with the progressive myths of the 12 signs.

Good books to study for those interested:
Kevin Burk's Understanding The Birth Chart, a clear and very informative book on the technical side of astrology.
Linda Goodman's Sun Signs and Love Signs, a detailed explanation of the personalities of different Sun Signs.
Howard Sasportas' The Twelve Houses, a concise explanation of the different houses in each chart and the different function of each planet in each different house.
Finally, Joanna Martine Woolfolk's The Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need, loads of information, but not as informative and detailed as Kevin Burk's more technical explorations.

good websites-

http://www.astro-horoscopes.com/HTML/main.html

http://www.isarastrology.com/

http://cura.free.fr/cura-en.html

I can just see this thread sinking back into oblivion...

[angelik22]

ahhh astrology is so generalized that the same thing can apply to 2 million people who aren't even born in the same seasons- it's all for the purpose of entertainment.