Chinese Zodiac
Ox sign hold conservative and traditionalistic personalities. They impress people with an image of endurance, honesty and diligence.
The Durable Ox (Chou)β the "Head Honcho"
Ox is the second in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac sign. Years of the Ox include 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021, 2033...
The second position in the Chinese Zodiac, the Ox, is one of strength and perseverance. Those souls born into Ox years learn the lesson of βendurance,β possessing strength of the abundant, earthy, yin variety. In China, the Ox is the symbol of parental love because of the tenderness with which the Ox nurtures its calf. Oxen are deeply devoted to their children and families, and possess a quiet and uncomplaining strength. Home and the earth are the two great sources of the Oxenβs legendary perseverance and stability.
Smart and responsible, stable and dedicated, Oxen walk the straight and narrow paths in life. They are conservative to a fault and express themselves powerfully and convincingly, commanding the respect of others. The sharp mind of the Ox, combined with this natural eloquence of speech, makes them credible and patriotic leaders. Natives of Ox years are often called to high office. Eager and conquering, and possessing an iron will, they prove formidable crusaders in life.Many Oxen will find success through public speaking, the entertainment business, or politics. Possessing an inborn authority and strong determination, Oxen triumph in life through sheer stubbornness. Ox-year souls are tenacious by nature and can survive incredible adversity. This capacity to endure, even through great hardships, has kept whole nations and families together. Oxen possess practical, down-to-earth advice, and are more competent than most.The most harmonious time of each day for the Ox is between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m., the peaceful early morning hours. This is when the enduring Ox rests and assembles the strength to push past the obstacles of the coming day. According to Chinese tradition, those born into Ox years will be happier if born in the winter, as there is less work to do in the fields. An Ox born in the summer is fated to work harder throughout their life.
How to Find out My Chinese Zodiac?
User can use the zodiac calculator to search for his /her Chinese zodiac animal sign. Select your Gregorian date of birth, and you'll reveal your date of birth according to the lunar calendar, together with your sign.