What does it mean to be the year of the Pig in Chinese astrology?
In Chinese astrology, the Zodiac is comprised of 12 sequential animals. These 12 animals in order are the Rat, Ox or Cow, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster or Chicken, Dog, and Pig or Boar. Last year was the year of the Dog so this year is the year of the Pig in the Chinese Zodiac. The Pig will be followed by the Rat as the Chinese zodiac begins anew with the first animal. What does it mean to be the year of the Fire element in Chinese astrology? Similar to the 12 animals in the Chinese horoscope, there are also 5 accompanying elements. The 5 elements in the Chinese zodiac are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. These elements accompany the animal in the Chinese zodiac. This year is the year of the Fire element hence the Fire Pig. Next year will be the year of the element Earth, so it will be the year of the Earth Rat. These elements provide additional insights into the personality and disposition of the individual. Is this year the year of the “Golden Pig” i
