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There are 12 Chinese zodiac signs, in the following order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each sign is named after an animal, and each animal has its own unique characteristics. Do you know why the 12 Chinese zodiac animals are in the sequence above? Chinese Zodiac Story - Horse How did the Horse rank in Chinese zodiac animals? Legend goes that the horse had wings in ancient times and it was named Holy Horse which could run on the ground, swim in the water and fly in the sky, thus very powerful and became a royal horse of the Jade Emperor. Horse is the 7th animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac signs, coming after the Snake and before the Goat. Recent years of the Horse include 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, and 1942, with the next Horse year in 2026 (Year of the Fire Horse). It is said that people born each year receive some of that year’s animal’s reputed attributes. But where does this belief come from? And how did the ancient Chinese pick the 12 animals? What do they represent? It all dates back to the Zhan Guo period (5th century BC) and the story of the Great Race. The Chinese Zodiac and the Great Race The Chinese zodiac includes 12 animal signs, in order they are: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. They are also believed to endow people who were born in their years with certain personality traits. Learn about the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac and how the years came to be named after them! A long, long time ago, before his departure from Earth, Buddha decided to have a grand race, and all the animals in the kingdom were invited. Unfortunately, only twelve animals showed up at the event. The next thing the Jade Emperor heard was the sound of the horse’s hooves. The horse was so surprised that he jumped backwards giving the snake a chance to take the sixth place in the race. The poor horse had to be satisfied with seventh place. Not long afterwards a raft arrived carrying the goat, the monkey and the rooster. However, the Chinese zodiac year is usually said to start from Chinese New Year, which ranges from late January to mid-February. Therefore, if you were born in January or February in one of the above years, you might be a Horse, or possibly an Snake. There are five elements that give the Horse specific characteristics and personality traits beyond its symbol of wealth. The most recent years of the Horse include 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014. After 2019, the next two years we will be 2026 and 2038. Imaginative, open minded, good communicator. Energetic, determined, ambitious. The Year of the Horse: Myths of Strength and Freedom. 1. Introduction to the Year of the Horse; 2. Symbolism of the Horse in Chinese Mythology; 3. Legendary Horses in Chinese Folklore; 4. The Horse’s Role in Ancient Chinese Society; 5. The Horse in Chinese Festivals and Traditions; 6. Myths and Tales of Horses in Chinese Literature; 7. The Lunar New Year is observed on January 29th of this year and marks the beginning of the Year of the Snake. To help celebrate this joyful pan-Asian and international holiday of togetherness and new beginnings, we’ve gathered ten wonderful children’s books about the Lunar New Year’s traditions, fables, and zodiac, as well as the diverse cultures that take part in it. The story goes that, centuries ago, the Jade Emperor was looking for a way in which his people could measure time. So he decided to call an animal race that sought 12 winners to name each year after. Chinese New Year Long ago in China, there lived twelve animals. There was a rat, an ox, a tiger, a rabbit, a dragon, a snake, a horse, a ram, a monkey, a roster, a dog and a pig. When the old year was coming to an end, all the animals began to quarrel noisily. Each one wanted the New Year to be named after it. Photo by R M on Unsplash Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is one of the most important and widely celebrated festivals in Chinese culture. Rooted in ancient traditions, the festival is marked by various customs, rituals, and, most notably, a collection of fascinating stories and legends. These tales Love and relationships. Romantic relationships will be a mix of highs and lows for Horses in 2025. The influence of the Xianchi star, known for fleeting romances, suggests that single Horses may enjoy short-lived but exciting relationships. What is Lunar New Year? Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, marks the start of a new zodiac cycle based on the Chinese lunar calendar. Each year, the date shifts within the Gregorian calendar. Lunar New Year is celebrated around the world, particularly in Asian countries like China, shown here (Beijing). Because the dates of Chinese New Year change every year, individuals born in January or February will need to pay special attention to their birth date in addition to their birth year. Chinese Zodiac Calculator. If you don’t know your Chinese zodiac use our calculator below to quickly find your animal sign by entering your birthday, and be Each Chinese lunar year has a Chinese zodiac sign animal. The Chinese zodiac year's stsarting date is a little different from the Gregorian year. It starts from Chinese New Year. The Chinese zodiac years chart below is provided to help you find out the exact starting and ending dates of the Chinese zodiac years. (This is especially useful for Horses will have excellent luck in 2024 because it’s the year of the Dragon, and Dragon and Horse are so harmonious that there’s a Chinese phrase that means “dragon and horse spirit” for describing an upbeat life. The stories date back thousands of years. Read on to learn of a few popular and interesting Chinese New Year myths. The Monster and New Year’s Eve. In ancient times, there was a monster named Nián (年). It usually lived at the bottom of the sea and would come up once a year to feast on animals and humans.
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