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Year of the Rat according to the eastern horoscope
Hieroglyph Rat: Tzu.
Motto of the Rat:“I control.”
Sign location: first.
Triad: the first (Triangle of Creators).
Element (element) of the Rat sign: Water-Yang.
Nature of the sign: Jan.
Direction: north.
Western zodiac sign roughly corresponding to this period: Sagittarius.
Time of day under the control of the Rat: 23.00-01.00.
Color: black.
Gemstone: pomegranate.
Food traditions: dishes from peas, cabbage, pork.
Years of the Rat
- January 31, 1900 – February 18, 1901, year of the Metal Rat;
- February 10, 1912 – February 5, 1913, year of the Water Rat;
- February 5, 1924 – January 23, 1925, Year of the Wood Rat;
- January 24, 1936 – February 10, 1937, year of the Fire Rat;
- February 10, 1948 – January 28, 1949, Year of the Earth Rat;
- January 28, 1960 – February 14, 1961, year of the Metal Rat;
- February 15, 1972 – February 2, 1973, year of the Water Rat;
- February 2, 1984 – February 19, 1985, Year of the Wood Rat;
- February 19, 1996 – February 6, 1997, year of the Fire Rat;
- February 7, 2008 – January 25, 2009, year of the Earth Rat;
- January 25, 2020 – February 11, 2021, year of the Metal Rat;
- February 11, 2032 – January 30, 2033, year of the Water Rat;
- January 30, 2044 – February 16, 2045, year of the Wood Rat.
Characteristics of the Rat
The Rat is one of the most revered signs of the eastern horoscope. She is very tenacious, easily and quickly adapts to changing circumstances, smart and cunning and, therefore, practical. It is the year of the Rat that opens the 12-year calendar cycle.
The Chinese horoscope takes into account complex and polysemantic connections, and therefore for interpretation it is necessary to know the entire wealth of associations for each sign. The Rat sign has a Yang nature, which is associated with the masculine principle, activity, light, warmth, and creation. At the same time, the natural element (element) of the Rat is Water, in which the Yin nature is clearly expressed. This combination immediately indicates that people born this year have an innate ability for a harmonious balance of two principles.
Domesticated Tame Rat
The Rat corresponds to the northern direction, which, in turn, is associated with the end of the night and the first hours of the morning. The North is traditionally associated with midwinter, the time when Yin is at its strongest. The month of the Rat is the 11th month of the year (December according to the Gregorian calendar); The time of day 23.00-00.01 is dedicated to the rat - the so-called “first watch”.
The sign of the Rat in all its manifestations (year, season, time of day) corresponds to the black color (hei), which is associated with the mysterious and intimate, as well as with knowledge and movement. The color black also symbolizes success in risky endeavors. Being a sign whose main element is Water, the Rat is strongly influenced by Mercury (Chenxing), which is also associated with the color black in Chinese astrology.
The Rat is included in the first Triangle of Spiritual Relationship - the Triangle of Creators, the vertices of which are the first, fifth and ninth branches, i.e., respectively, the Rat, the Dragon and the Monkey. In this triad, the Rat acts as the initiator.
The best partnerships - in marriage, friendship or business, the Rat develops with the Dragon and the Monkey, as well as with neighboring signs - the Ox and the Pig. Worst partner in any area for the Rat, its antagonist is the Horse.
- From 02/05/1924 to 01/24/1925 - the year of the Wooden (Blue) Rat;
- From 01/24/1936 to 02/10/1937 - the year of the Fire (Red) Rat;
- From 02/10/1948 to 01/28/1949 - the year of the Earth (Yellow) Rat;
- From 01/28/1960 to 02/14/1961 - the year of the Metal (White) Rat;
- From 02/15/1972 to 02/02/1973 - the year of the Water (Black) Rat;
- From 02/02/1984 to 02/19/1985 - the year of the Wooden (Blue) Rat;
- From 02/19/1996 to 02/06/1997 - the year of the Fire (Red) Rat;
- From 02/07/2008 to 01/25/2009 - the year of the Earth (Yellow) Rat;
- From 01/25/2020 to 02/11/2021 - the year of the Metal (White) Rat.
The corresponding zodiac sign is ♈ Aries.
Character Strengths 🐀
A person born in the year of the Rat (Mouse) Chinese calendar, finds a way out of any situation. He does not get lost even during public panic, and instead of giving in to emotions, he thinks. The representative of this sign often decides the most complex tasks in unusual ways, which other people did not consider as a method of action at all. The result of his resourcefulness is not only pleasing, but also surprising.
The rat is practical. All her actions have a certain meaning that few people see except herself. This person looks forward, and may well give up immediate comfort for the sake of what will bear fruit in a few years.
Rat or Mouse - good friend. There will always be a certain distance between her and another person, but that is not the main thing. The representative of this sign knows how to keep secrets. He does not tend to laugh at other people's failures or gossip. If someone has opened their soul to him, he can be sure that everything said will remain between him and the interlocutor born in the year of the Rat.
Character Weaknesses 🐀
To achieve comfort or a certain position in society, the Rat tends to take advantage of other people’s favor. At the same time, she does not deceive or abuse the trust of others. Surprisingly, those on whom the Rat’s well-being depends themselves go to meet her halfway, but the fact is that they usually count on something. If for some reason they do not fit into the Rat’s future plans, their expectations will be in vain. The representative of this sign himself, in response to claims, may well say that he did not ask anyone for anything. If at the same time the disappointed have the opportunity to communicate with each other, the Rat’s reputation in certain circles may suffer greatly.
A representative of this sign acts based on his own benefit, often hurting the interests of others. If, as a result, the injured party actively defends its rights, perhaps the Rat will give in to it, but not out of pity. This person just doesn't need unnecessary noise. The Rat has a lot of ill-wishers, but this does not bother her.
🐀 In love
A person born in the year of the Rat (Mouse) is charming and knows how to find mutual language with almost everyone. Representatives of the opposite sex like him, but you should not try to charm him with beauty or brightness. These qualities will certainly be appreciated by the Rat, but only if something else is attached to them. What exactly depends on the Rat’s lifestyle and interests. In any case, her love union is more reminiscent of a mutually beneficial relationship, where each party respects certain rules and fulfills his duties.
The Rat does not like to live alone, it needs a family, or a strong relationship if marriage is impossible for some reason. This person tends to live by habit. Even if the relationship with a partner has long since exhausted itself, the Rat will not deliberately look for a replacement for him. She will decide to break off her previous relationship only for the sake of another option in which she feels there is a future. The representative of this sign keeps emotions under control and does not give in to outbursts of passion.
🐀 In career
It is unlikely that among people born in the year of the Rat there will be a person who dreamed of becoming an astronaut as a child. Most of them are practical from a very early age. The Rat views work only as a source of income, so it deals exclusively with what brings real benefits.
In appearance, the Rat may seem like an ambitious and ambitious person, but in reality this is not the case. She will strive for a promotion only if this is reflected in her salary. A representative of this sign will not work as a boss for free just for the sake of status, and he has no need for extra responsibilities.
The Rat is a responsible worker, but not a workaholic. She really doesn’t like being bothered about work issues in her personal time, and at such times she doesn’t try to be polite. With bosses and work colleagues, this person only supports business relationship, but does not do it demonstratively.
👨 Man 🐀 Rat
A guy born in the year of the Rat becomes independent early, but is in no hurry to leave parents' house. He doesn’t like to live alone, and most often moves out when he decides to start his own family with a specific girl. He knows how to make money, and most importantly, he knows how to manage it. At a time when all his peers are still being helped with all their might by their parents, he himself is already fully caring for them.
The Rat man is sociable, but tries to extract some benefit from every acquaintance. The benefit is not necessarily material in nature - it could be an opportunity to learn something, or to acquire the necessary connections through a new friend. At the same time, it can hardly be said that this person takes advantage of people. He also tries to be useful to those in whom he is interested.
In relationships with women, he is also practical, although he tends to pay attention to external shine. If, apart from his bright appearance, his chosen one has nothing else to boast about, he will very quickly disappear from her life. A Rat man can marry very early, but even in this case his decision is made with his mind, not his heart. He needs his beloved woman nearby, home comfort and children, whom he loves very much. Among all the representatives of the eastern horoscope, Rats have the most stable marriages.
👩 Woman 🐀 Rat
The Rat woman is a loving wife, a caring mother and a wonderful housewife. More than anything else, she loves her family and home, so she provides comfort and maintains an atmosphere of kindness and mutual understanding in the house. She enjoys cooking, doing crafts, and decorating her home as much as she can.
The representative of this sign is friendly and kind to people. She has a large circle of friends, but she doesn’t let anyone get too close to her. She treats other women with some distrust, especially after marriage. Like a man born this year, every acquaintance she meets carries some meaning. She is not interested in communication for the sake of communication.
In relationships with the opposite sex, the Rat woman does not seek adventure. She needs a life partner who is willing to become a responsible husband and father to her children. Overall she has a very positive characteristic, and rare conflicts in her family occur only because of her habit of finding fault with her husband over trifles. With age, she will be able to take control of this too.
The Rat is an earth sign of the eastern calendar. People born under this sign can be described as attractive, but at the same time aggressive. From the outside it may seem that the Rat is full of equanimity and self-confidence. In fact, this is not so, because she has a lot of fear and anxiety, and she does not want to show it.
Rats love to adapt in everything, and therefore often seek benefits. They make good businessmen and politicians. It is impossible not to mention the organizational skills of the Rat, which they are endowed with from birth: they are loved at parties, in companies, all the attention certainly goes to them.
Rat Man
He is attractive, erudite, and truly handsome. A rat man will always seem calm and confident, but only until you get in his way. In anger and critical situations, he is scary and unpredictable. But if you don’t piss him off, he will make a good partner.
Men of this sign do not stand out in terms of generosity, but if there are situations where he needs to prove himself, he will not spare money to show others his confidence and power.
Rat Woman
She is charming, active, inquisitive. The Rat woman is afraid of criticism because it is very important to her what others think of her. In general, representatives of this sign respect laws and rules, so from the outside they may seem meticulous. In the depths of such a woman’s soul, there is excitement and fear, and only a family hearth can give this woman peace. Therefore, rat women try to get married as quickly as possible.
Love
In love, representatives of this sign show great care and do not hide the depth of their emotions. If, however, they do not receive reciprocity from their partner, they may harbor a grudge, or even become completely cold and withdraw. They need constant replenishment of new strength and emotions in order to be comfortable and self-confident.
Negative qualities: The Rat often likes to be the center of attention, and where there is attention, scandals and gossip occur. Representatives of this sign are characterized by excessive distrust of others. When it comes to money and achievements, Rats get it in a cunning way, even if friendships are jeopardized.
According to eastern calendar, once every 12 years the Year of the Rat comes. In the West they do not like this beast and treat it with suspicion. Another thing is the East. Here the rat is considered an intelligent and brave animal, it is revered and legends are made about it.
The slogan of the Rat is “I control”, and specifically it opens the 12-year cycle of the eastern horoscope. What does the year of the Rat bring, what years does this cunning, resourceful animal take control of? The symbol symbolizes the beginning, awakening, spring. Corresponds to the fire element and the masculine nature of Yang.
The color of the Rat is black, its time is night, its element is water, its direction is north.
The Year of the Rat is completely successful for starting new things, great achievements and the struggle to expand influence. Success during this period is achieved by the strong and cunning people having perseverance, endurance and good self-control.
This is a great time to invest, purchase real estate, and sign long-term contracts.
For married couples, this is the most suitable period to set a family course, create savings and provide for the future of their children.
Politics and the economy will also be affected by the Year of the Rat. What years in the political and economic life of society are remembered for radical changes, loud scandals, important events? Of course, under the sign of the Rat, especially the Fire Rat.
Books published in the Year of the Rat most likely will not join the ranks of world bestsellers. The period is unlucky to end scientific works, literary works, for graduation.
What years give the world people who can please everyone? Charming "rodents" are able to find the keys to any heart. Moreover, it is important for Rats to be loved. They are open, active, and have innovative thinking.
Both Rat men and women are sexy and artistic, and they use it skillfully. Rats love company, they have many friends, although there are almost no real friends. Their real feelings and problems are deep inside, they are not easy to see.
Rats are freedom-loving and talented. The ability to think outside the box, disregard for canons and a penchant for creativity make many excellent musicians, poets and writers. The literary community is rightfully proud of such prominent representatives“of the rat race”, like William Shakespeare and Leo Tolstoy. And almost everyone likes the excellent music of Mozart, Rossini and Tchaikovsky.
Rats are attracted by their element; they love water. This can be expressed either in weekly trips to the pool or in devoting oneself to the profession of an oceanologist or navigator.
Rats do not tolerate loneliness well, but are fickle in marriage. Men strive for new victories on the love front, and ladies crave fresh bright emotions. But if the practical, cautious Rat truly falls in love, she becomes generous and selfless. If love is not mutual, it can ruin the Rat's life.
Five elements
What is characteristic of the year of the Rat, which years fall in five different elements, and what are the differences within this sign? Five elements - five elements that leave an imprint on the fate and character of each person.
Depending on the year of birth, Rats can be of the following varieties:
- Metal - 1900 and 1960. What kind of Rat you won’t find among the losers is the metal one. They are honest, ambitious, principled. They completely lack elasticity of character. Everyone is brought to the end, no matter how much effort it takes. They can be tough, even bitter, with loved ones and business partners. They value their family very much.
- Vodyana - 1912, 1972. Water partly smoothes out their powerful temperament; they are more patient and tolerant than their relatives. Eloquent, social, sociable, able to persuade. They never leave loved ones in failure. They have a powerful mind and excellent memory. They work a lot, but tend to take on more than they should.
- Wooden - 1924, 1984. These Rats are talented, very smart, but indecisive and passive. Possessing low self-esteem, they often take it out on close people. They have very developed senses, they can predict danger. They work well in a team, their solutions are always simple and effective. They are able to achieve a lot in their work if they overcome timidity and indecisiveness.
- Fiery - 1936 and 1996. What kind of Rat can’t be found in one place, who wants adventure and changes houses, countries, towns? Fire Rats are decisive, energetic, prone to adventure and experimentation. They are able to adapt better than all members of the family. They manage their money well and always provide themselves with a comfortable existence. They can be very nervous and anxious, and enter into unnecessary conflicts.
- Land - 1948, 2008. The most practical Rats. They always keep savings for a rainy day, they are frugal, even stingy. Smart and cautious, they do not like to take risks. Despite their tight-fisted nature, they are always friendly and have good manners, which attracts people to them.
The rat starts a circle Eastern zodiac. According to legend, when 12 animals and fairy-tale creatures rushed forward to take first place, the little Rat (according to another version, it was a Mouse) settled on the back of a strong, resilient Ox (Bull), and when he overtook his rivals, she jumped in front of him at the finish line and became the first.
Not exactly a fair move, but the winners are not judged. Moreover, starting the Zodiac is not only an honor, but also difficult. Not everyone can handle this. The small, but smart and dexterous Rat has been successfully coping for many centuries. Therefore, despite her deception, she enjoys great respect in the East. Years corresponding to the year of the Rat in the Eastern horoscope: 1900, 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984,1996, 2008, 2020.
Character of people born in the year of the Rat
People born in the year of the Rat are charming, endowed with charm and are able to charm even with a not very attractive appearance. Cute, pleasant, sociable Rats people are liked by others. However, people feel that everything is not so simple with the cheerful Rat, and that she is not at all as frivolous and easy-going as it seems at first glance. This contradictory nature of their nature adds charm and captivates people. Rats are gambling and ready to take risks, but at the same time they are practical and take risks only if they are sure of victory. Good intuition tells them when their chances are good. Once they get something, they won’t let it out of their hands. This is not just about money, things or business success. The Rat also values close people and never breaks off relationships. If a secret is shared with her, she will not tell anyone. That is, this is a very thrifty sign in everything. Thanks to this, he always has a reserve of money, a reliable profession, a rich home, loyal friends and a loving family. After all, while others waste time and energy, the Rat saves. The rat is very attached to its home. Comfort and coziness, “full bins,” stability and reliability are important to her. She cannot live in an unkempt environment. Rat women are considered excellent housewives; they have an innate gift for arranging cozy home. For them, home is not a subject of boasting, but a very intimate part of life. In case of any troubles and worries, the Rat withdraws at home, focuses on household chores, and finds support and protection in the house. But clouds rarely gather over them: these people have simply amazing instincts, they see the approaching threat in advance, and therefore safely avoid it.People born in the year of the Rat: compatibility in love
People of the Year of the Rat enjoy great success with the opposite sex. But this did not spoil them; they are not supporters of frivolous relationships and numerous novels. They take the choice of a partner seriously, they are reliable and faithful. They are looking for stability in relationships. While fans hover around them, they are friendly and charming, maintain even, decent communication with everyone, and do not get close to anyone. The abundance of fans (or admirers) pleases them not because they “diversify” their personal life so much, but because it gives them the opportunity to choose. And only after the Rat has made up her mind, she begins to build a relationship with her chosen one. Her goal is marriage and life together until the end of her days. The Rat is not mercantile and chooses not by calculation, but by love.To strong, broad natures, passionate and temperamental, the personal life of the Rat seems boring and bourgeois. But, fortunately, there are many people who can appreciate the loyalty of the Rat, the comfort and stability that it offers. Therefore, it is not difficult for her to find a mate. The best partners for the Rat are considered to be, and. With these people, everything works out for the Rat the way she wants - reliably and stably.
