Pig zodiac sign
Hai (亥) is the twelfth sign of the Earthly Branches. Its animal representation is the Boar ( 豬). In Chinese culture, the boar is associated with fertility and virility. To bear children in the year of the boar is considered to be very fortunate, for they will be happy and honest.[1]
In the continuous sexagenary cycle, every twelfth year corresponds to Hai, and is commonly called “the Year of the boar” (豬年).There are five types of boar, named after the Chinese elements. In order, they are: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. Less commonly, it is also called “the Year of the Boar”, for two reasons. First, the character 豬, which denotes pigs generally in Chinese, is used in Japanese to refer specifically to wild boars.[2] Secondly, the pig has negative connotations in some Western cultures, and may even be considered a profanity. In official usage among English-speaking countries, Singapore[3] and the United States[4] prefer the term “Year of the Boar”, while Commonwealth countries such as Australia [5] [6], Canada[7] and the United Kingdom[8] prefer the term “Year of the Pig”.[citation needed]
Years and the Five Elements
People born within these date ranges, of the lunar calendar, can be said to have been born in the “year of the Pig,” while also bearing the following elemental sign:
* 30 January 1911 – 17 February 1912: Metal Pig
* 16 February 1923 – 4 February 1924: Water Pig
* 4 February 1935 – 23 January 1936: Wood Pig
* 22 January 1947 – 9 February 1948: Fire Pig
* 8 February 1959 – 27 January 1960: Earth Pig
* 27 January 1971 – 14 February 1972: Metal Pig
* 13 February 1983 – 1 February 1984: Water Pig
* 31 January 1995 – 18 February 1996: Wood Pig
* 18 February 2007 – 6 February 2008: Fire Pig
* 5 February 2019 – 24 January 2020: Earth Pig
* 2031 – 2032: Metal Pig
* 2043 – 2044: Water Pig
Note, however, that the elements identified in the above table are the elements associated with the relevant Heavenly Stem of that year. The Earthly Branch sign Hai (the sign represented by the Pig) itself is always associated with the element of Water.
According to Chinese astrology, someone born in the year of the Boar is usually an honest, straightforward and patient person. They are a modest, shy character who prefers to work quietly behind the scenes. When others despair, they are often there to offer support. This type of person is reserved with those they do not know too well, but as time passes and they gain confidence, those around them may discover a lively and warm-hearted person behind that mask of aloofness. Despite those born in the year of the Boar having a wide circle of friends and acquaintances, they have few close friends who understand them and share their inner thoughts and feelings. It is easy to put trust in Boars; they won’t let you down and will never even attempt to do so. Such people simply want to do everything right according to social norms.[9]
It is important to remember that these people are not vengeful creatures. If someone tries to take advantage of them, the Boars tend to withdraw to reflect on the problem and protect themselves. All they need in such situations is a little time to find a constructive way to respond.[9]
There is a tolerant and peaceful side to their character. Such people are never afraid to allow others their freedom of expression; they do not want to cause arguments and if there is any way to avoid arguing, they will probably take this option. However, they are not weak and if the situation forces them to fight, these people will rise to the occasion, whether it is to defend themselves or those close to them. Boars should always avoid overeating that can make their intestense areas of sickness. But boars also have the problem with most boars is not getting out much they ussually are a little active which may keep them in the middle of their health can keep their sickness down. They need plenty of vitamins a day. Best matches for boar is the rabbit, sheep, boar, and tiger.[9]
[edit] Traditional Pig Attributes/Associations
Zodiac Location 12th
Ruling hours 9pm-11pm
Direction North-northwest
Season and month Autumn, November
Lunar Month Dates November 8-December 6
Gemstone Topaz
Color dark green and blue
Roughly equivalent western sign Scorpio
Polarity Yin
Positive Traits Caring, hospitable, warm hearted, wise, giving, gentle, strong, trustworthy, modest, patient, lovable, honest, intelligent.
Negative Traits Greedy, shy, materialistic, self-indulgent, malicous, childish, quick-tempered, stuck up, too sensitive, vulnerable, gullible, petty, stupid, slow, small-minded, evil.
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