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2007 is known as "The Year Of The Pig", but it is often referred to as the year of this animal. |
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This California city which has one of the largest Chinese communities outside of China is host to a colorful Lunar New Year celebration. |
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Even though there is little connection between Western and Eastern astrology, both have this number of divisions in their respective cycles. |
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In addition to the animal representing a particular year, there are five element signs indicating the 'type' of animal you represent. These elements are wood, fire, water, metal, and _________. |
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No one really knows how the 12 animals were chosen, but the most accepted fable has this religious leader issuing a call to all animals of the world to come before him and pay their respects. |
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The Lunar New Year (often called the Chinese New Year) is celebrated on the same day every year, just like the West's January 1st. |
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The Rat has special importance in the Lunar New Year cycle. Why? |
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I mentioned earlier that our images of animals such as the Pig are very different in the Lunar calendar. Which of these three qualities would you associate with a Pig person? (Hint: 3 are good, one not so good) |
Friendly, intelligent, creative, stubborn, flighty
Brash, bold, loud, fearsome
Honest, Popular, Hard working, Gullible
Intuitive, flexible attitude, mistrust of others, confused
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In 1985, a movie about criminal activities in the Chinese 'underworld' of New York City was made, starring Mickey Rourke and featuring a screenplay written by Oliver Stone. |
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Hopefully I tickled your interest in learning more about this fascinating holiday. If so, how would you find information on the Lunar New Year? |
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