The sign Tiger ranks third in the Chinese Zodiac. According to Chinese mythology, the Jade Emperor made him the guardian of the Heavens, being one of the most powerful and preponderant animal signs in the Chinese Horoscope. Sign of the Wood element, it has an optimistic, tenacious personality and few things can truly intimidate it.
The Chinese Zodiac is composed of 12 animals that are organized in the following order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Serpent, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. The Chinese calendar follows the cycles of the Moon, and on the first day of the Chinese New Year, one of the 12 animals takes its place for that year.
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Characteristics of the Sign Tiger
- Symbol - 虎
- Element - Wood
- Regent Planet - Jupiter
- Hour - 03h-05h (the hours leading up to at dawn)
- Month - February
- Season - Spring
- Color - Green, color associated with spring. It is the color of life renewal, tranquility and relaxation. It is a color associated with good luck and influential, especially if associated with red
- Orientation - East-northeast
- Yin/Yang Polarity - Yang (suggests outgoing, enthusiastic, expressive and communicative behaviors)
- Attributes - Optimistic, bold, heroic, positive, enthusiastic, adventurous, unpredictable, generous, brave, loyal, reckless, romantic, energetic, determination, initiative, persuasive, instinctive, critical, distrustful, obstinate, self-centered
- Lucky Days - 16 and 27 of any Chinese lunar month
- Lucky Months - 3rd, 7th and 10th of any Chinese lunar month
- Lucky Numbers - 1, 3, 4 and the numbers that contain them (like 13 and 43)
- Unlucky Numbers - 6, 7, 8
- Greater Affinity - Rat, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Horse, Rooster, Dog
- Lower Affinity - Ox, Snake, Goat, Monkey, Pig
- Corresponding Western Sign - Aquarius
The Sign Tiger in Mythology
There are many legends and stories about the animals chosen to be part of the Chinese astrological system. One of these legends refers to the desire of the Jade Emperor to know the animals that inhabited the Earth. He decided that some of them would be brought before him. To facilitate the selection, the Emperor defined two criteria: they would have to be useful animals to Man or be one of the first to arrive at the Celestial Palace on the day of choosing the animals. The Tiger's brave air earned him third place in the Chinese Horoscope.
Dates of the Sign Tiger
The Chinese Zodiac is associated with the way time is measured in traditional Chinese culture, that is, in 60-year cycles. This calendar results from the multiplication of the twelve animals and the five elements. This cycle is very important and makes each one of the 60 years a special and unique period.
Each animal governs, in rotation, a given year, in a continuous 12-year cycle that starts with the Rat and ends with the Pig. On the first day of the Chinese New Year, one of the 12 animals takes its place for that year. In addition to characterizing people born during that year, the animal also influences the attributes of the year - which affects us all. The years governed by the sign Tiger are as follows:
- January 31 1938 to February 18 1939 - Earth Tiger
- February 17 1950 to February 05 1951 - Metal Tiger
- February 05 1962 to January 24 1963 - Water Tiger
- February 09 1986 to January 28 1987 - Fire Tiger
- January 28 1998 to February 15 1999 - Earth Tiger
- February 14 2010 to February 2 2011 - Metal Tiger
- February 1 2022 to January 21 2023 - Water Tiger
The Tiger Native Personality
BOLD AND PASSIONATE
The Tiger is the third sign of the Chinese zodiac and is associated with qualities such as relaxation and intuition. This is a personality that lives to be dazzled by new challenges, exotic places and unusual events.
Its positive attitude and enthusiasm for life make it a joyful companion, who manages to contaminate others with optimism. Determined, it doesn't like to lose or to be seen to fail. When things don't go as they'd like, they'll most likely start with a new project.
Confident, fearless and adventurous, it's not afraid to jump into new projects. Telling it that something is new and exciting is not enough; it has to be a truly unique and firsthand experience. Charming and persuasive, the native of the sign Tiger trusts its intuition and can convince anyone to follow it, no matter how imprudent the project is.
Its nature is generous, courageous and exciting. Very loyal to its friends, when it can't achieve what it wants, it can become a stubborn and self-centered person.
Love and Relationships
Tigers fall in love easily, but have a hard time staying faithful. In love, they look for the same inspiration they look for in life and, therefore, it is not uncommon to see them bouncing from relationship to relationship. The native of the sign Tiger is particularly enthusiastic about the promises of adventure and excitement provided by a new relationship. They can't resist boredom and routine, reasons enough to drive them to look for a new passion.
They are attracted to independent personalities but do not shy away from pursuing their dreams and following the adventures alone. It fearlessly shares its feelings and is very honest about its emotions. Despite enjoying company, it doesn't need anyone to launch himself into the world. Its strength and independent spirit doesn't mean, however, that it doesn't need emotional support. It is looking for a partner who will bring some stability, but who has its own plans and dreams.
- Signs more compatible with Tiger - Rat, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Horse, Rooster, Dog
- Signs less compatible with Tiger - Ox, Snake, Goat, Monkey, Pig
Tigre Sign Compatibilities
The Chinese Astrology understands that certain combinations of Zodiac animals do better than others, and that some signs are naturally antagonistic and therefore have a disharmonious relationship.
The compatibility between animals in the Chinese Horoscope takes into account the characteristics of each animal. Those whose characteristics match each other well and may tend to have good compatibility. The opposite is equally valid.
| Tigwe with... | |
|---|---|
| Rat | Stormy relationship. Both have difficulty hearing the other party. |
| Ox | This combination could work if the Tiger allows the Ox to control the relationship. However, as Tigers do not easily give in to other people's rules, there can be conflicts. |
| Tiger | This relationship has everything to work out. A lot of passion awaits them. They will be angry and reconciled, laughing and loving a lot. |
| Rabbit | This relationship can work, despite the Rabbit being easy prey for the Tiger. If Rabbit is logging into the game, it might work. |
| Dragon | This team can change the world. Constant fun and excitement await them. |
| Snake | The Tiger considers the Snake a source of secrecy, he dislikes it, while the Snake finds the Tiger too emotional. It's a relationship that doesn't match. |
| Horse | This is a good relationship. The Horse loves the Tiger's impulsiveness and the Tiger respects the Horse's sense of loyalty. |
| Goat | This relationship does not have great prospects for developing. Aside from compatibility in intimate life, little unites them any more. It's not a good business partner either. |
| Monkey | This may not be a good combination as none of these natives are willing to give in an inch. Both have great difficulty understanding each other. |
| Rooster | This is a combination with future, although they are very critical of each other. |
| Dog | These two natives get along quite well as the Dog manages very well the more complicated aspects of the Tiger's personality. |
| Pig | These two signs don't mix very well. They are very critical of each other and blame each other for anything that goes wrong. |
The Tiger Sign and Career
In Chinese culture, the Tiger represents "the king of beasts". Optimism, determination and a sense of initiative are the strong points of the natives of this sign. The Tigers are born to be the center of attention, have leadership skills and are highly respected.
Prefers to approach tasks peer-to-peer, without being limited to big plans. This practical sense gives you great versatility. On the other hand, as it is not intimidated by difficulties, it always seems to have a solution to overcome obstacles. What attracts it in the business world are the challenges and the quality, not the profit.
Best Careers - Advertiser, office manager, travel agent, actor, writer, artist, food critic, pilot, army officer, athlete, flight attendant, police, politician, restorer, explorer, business manager, graphic designer, musician, comedian, driver.
The Tiger Sign and Health
In general, Tigers are in good health. They may rarely be affected by minor illnesses such as colds, cough and fever. They are active people, with a taste for physical exercise and passionate about different types of sport.
Since they work intensively, they need quality time to recover. However, when they are really excited, it is difficult for them to stop. They need to be encouraged to take some time to rest.
In addition to concerns about diet, the natives of the sign Tiger, need to maintain some physical activity. If regular visits to the gym are not possible, a treadmill at home or a walk at the end of the day are equally valid options.
The Five Kinds of Tigers
In the Chinese astrological system, each sign of the zodiac is associated with one of the five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. For example, a Wood Tiger appears once in the 60-year cycle. A person's personality characteristics are influenced by various influences, including the sign and element of the year of birth. Thus, there are five types of Tigers, each with its own characteristics:
Wood Tiger
Characterization - Sustainment, Creativity, Growth
The Wood Tiger always seems happy and satisfied with its relationships and with life in general. However, this attitude may just be a facade to hide its insecurities. It is the type of Tiger that may suffer most from depression.
Fire Tiger
Characterization - Passion, Intelligence, Movement
This is the most typical and ferocious of all Tigers. Optimistic and independent, but with little self-control, it can become rash and fickle.
Earth Tiger
Characterization - Balance, Reliability, Consolidation
This type of Tiger is an appreciator of beauty and the finer things in life. Adventurous and realistic, it has a tendency towards excess, particularly gastronomic excess.
Metal Tiger
Characterization - Usefulness, Strength, Reliability
This Tiger doesn't shy away from sharing its ideas and thoughts as honestly as possible. For some natives, this directness can be seen as rude. But this Tiger only knows how to be practical and direct. The word "diplomacy" does not exist.
Water Tiger
Characterization - Communication, Sensitivity, Intuition
This type of Tiger is distinguished by its high sense of morals and responsibility. Has a strong sense of self-esteem and superior learning ability. Honest and fair, it can be a little pompous. It is the calmest of all types of the Tiger sign.
Chinese Zodiac Signs
- Rat - Quick-witted, Versatile, Kind
- Ox - Diligent, Dependable, Determined
- Tiger - Resourceful, Versatile, Kind
- Rabbit - Intuitive, Kind, Responsible
- Dragon - Confident, Independent, Enthusiastic
- Snake - Enigmatic, Intelligent, Wise
- Horse - Animated, Active, Energetic
- Goat - Calm, Gentle, Adaptable
- Monkey - Sharp, Fun, Curious
- Rooster - Protector, Hardworking, Courageous
- Dog - Lovely, Honest, Prudent
- Pig - Sensual, Generous, Diligent
