Chinese Zodiac Signs Years
Chinese Zodiac Sign Tiger and Dragon Traits Compatibility by Jackson Swift
In Chinese Astrology each sign is represented by an animal. There are 12 animal signs in total, each corresponding to a lunar year, with each sign also having 5 elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal & Water). In certain years, particular elements are more prominent. For their reward they were promised to name a year in order of their arrival (rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog and boar).
The doctrine of the twelve zodiac signs emerged during the Han Dynasty which later became popular throughout China.
The Chinese Zodiac Signs are also used in horoscopes as an astrological forecast which determines the future, personality and traits of a person.
As Chinese Astrology is one of the oldest types of Astrology, the origins of naming the years after animals is unknown. But a popular legend is that Buddha (c.563-c.483 B.C)
Out of the twelve zodiacs, in this article, the Chinese Zodiac Tiger and Dragon will be discussed to see their compatibilities.
Tiger Personality
The Tiger have the same traits with that of its animal counterpart which is fierce and courageous. They are adventurously hungry and a great competitor. The good side of their personality is being charismatic and understanding to other people. They can be very proud and good strategists and works with a hidden agenda. In addition, the tiger is a star performer and has a good sense of humor.
The other side of the character of a Tiger is that they tend to be frustrated and emotional especially by people or events. Because Tigers are fueled with energy, passion and enthusiasm they become impatient and want to do things right away and gets frustrated of unplanned delays.
Tigers are like magnets. Friends love to surround them because of the confidence they exude. Tigers are romantic and they enjoy sex and life.
Dragon Personality
The Dragon is the symbol of the Chinese emperors. They are born leaders and masters of ceremonies. Just like the tiger, Dragons are energetic and free spirited and love the outdoors.
The Dragon can see the solutions to problems and find ways to overcome obstacles to win any situation which makes them an idealists and perfectionist.
The downside of being a dragon is being ill-tempered, stubborn and irritable but they can also be delightful, dauntless, and dynamic; and they also love good food, big gestures and big ideas.
When it comes to love, the dragon has two characteristics. Either they become very loyal and commit to serious relationships or can be loners and never marry at all. The Dragon is libidinous and scores quite a hit with the opposite sex.
The Tiger and Dragon are feisty, aggressive and determined. Both can be leaders; the tiger for being a humanitarian and empathetic while the dragon for being intelligent, willing and generous. In Chinese Zodiac, the year 2010 is the year of the Tiger which reveals that this year hot passion meets cold steel with the arrival of the year of the Metal Tiger. This combined sign signifies both the energy to begin activity and the determination to follow it through to the end. Forget about last year’s slow plodding. Events set in motion now will pick up speed and continue until either the objective is attained or the whole endeavor crashes and burns.
About the Author
Jackson Swift is the author of this article for Universal Psychic Guild that offers chinese zodiac signs, free psychic chat and free tarot readings online services.
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