Understanding the Chinese Zodiac

The Chinese zodiac is an interesting form of astrology; most people know of the 12 animals that make up the birth signs for each year, but there are many other facets to the Chinese astrological charts such as the heavenly stems which are made up of the Five Elements and Yin and Yang. There are… [Read More]

What’s Ahead in the Chinese Year of the Horse?

On February 4, 2014, the Year of the Snake winds its way into history, and makes way for the Year of the Horse. Chinese New Year is the start of spring and so it is very apt and quite auspicious that this particular horse is of the element of wood, and its color is green…. [Read More]

Zodiac Animals In Chinese Astrology

Various theories abound on the origin of the animals in Chinese astrology. From the story of a dramatic race between animals to a banquet hosted by the Jade Emperor, Buddha. It is interesting to look at this mythology as it seems to reveal the personalities of the various animal Zodiac signs. Some legends trace the… [Read More]