For the Chinese faithful, this is the start of their New Year, not January 1. This is because the Chinese Calendar is based on the cycle of the moon. It is celebrated on the second new moon after winter solstice which is around December 21. There really is no fixed date for that Chinese New Year but almost always it happened between late January and early February.
The year is named after 12 animals and they also go in a cycle. The animals are like the 12 Western zodiac signs (e.i. Cancer, Gemini, Virgo and Scorpio and include the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. That is the cycle in order , so based on this order we are on the third year of the 12-cycle.
To add to the confusion is the cycle of elements which are as follows: Earth, Metal, Wood and Fire. Last year was the year of the Earthen Ox, so that makes it the year of the Metal Tiger for this year. Next year (February 3, 2011) would be the Year of the Wooden Rabbit.
Ancient Chinese philosophers believe that a person's character is based on the characteristics of the guide animal and element of the year that he was born. Metal tigers (those born this year and on 1950) are said to enjoy standing out in a crowd. They are good looking but they definitely suffer from mood swings ad temper tantrums. They are known to jump to conclusions and to act too quickly without weighing the options or understanding the consequences. But they are assertive and competitive doing anything in order for them to achieve their goals.
Be aware, don't forget that this is but an assumption cooked up by ancient philosophers and does not necessarily mean that it's true. Always remember that you are what you make yourself to be.
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