• Ox (MC)
  • bright, patient, and inspiring to others; happy along, yet an outstanding parent
  • 1901, 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009...
• Dragon (Wilson MW 155-157)
  • eccentric, life conplex; very passionate nature, abundant health
  • (1952, 1964, 1976, 1988)
• Monkey (Hulse)
  • very intelligent, able to influence people
  • an enthusiastic achiever, easily discouraged and confused
  • 1908, 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1993, 2004...

• 4.2.3.1.1

  • Ox aligns with Otter in the North

  
  

• 4.2.3.2 Roy Wilson's vision (Wilson MW)

  • Dragon aligns with Otter in the North

4.2.3.1.2 Feng Shui: Ox (Living Color 165-169)

• 12th month of Chinese lunar calendar; 2nd hour of 24 hour day
• position/direction is N-NE
• ox is hardworking, patient, organized, enjoys helping others to point of self-sacrifice
• actually two different varieties of ox - winter birth:
  • well-tended, enjoys help of others
  • at times, may seem stubborn and slow, but this manner may hide an active mind
  • colors: black (water, north, northeast); green, dark green (wood, east)
  • compatible with rat, snake, cock
  • incompatible with horse, ram, dog, dragon
  • Chinese New Year often occurs in February or January
    • the time when the 12th month comes to a close

4.2.3.3 Chinese Astrology: Ox ID Card (White 48-49)

• your best color is dark blue; flower, chrysanthemum; tree, pear
  • fragrance, shalimar; flavor, sweet; birthstone, lapis lazuli
  • lucky number is one; favorite metal is copper
  • favorite food is beef stew; drink, strong tea; herb, sage
  • animal, bear; musical instrument, tuba; spice, coriander
• Ox is Yin, motto is "I persevere"
• on the self-contained exterior, oxen are patient, contemplative, skilful
  • dexterous, eloquent, confident, familiar, authoritative, industrious
  • sure of foot, and eloquent
• but... pierce the ox's thick hide and you will find prejudice, chauvinism
  • blind faith, pride, tyranny, pettiness, criticism, eccentricity, bigotry
  • conservatism, grumpiness - and, on occasion, violence
• 19 Feb 1901-7 Feb 1902; 6 Feb 1913-25 Jan 1914; 24 Jan 1925-12 Feb 1926
  • 11 Feb 1937-30 Jan 1938; 29 Jan 1949-16 Feb 1950; 15 Feb 1961-4 Feb 1962
  • 3 Feb 1973-22 Jan 1974; 20 Feb 1985-8 Feb 1986; 7 Feb 1997-27 Jan 1998
  • 26 Jan 2009-13 Feb 2010; 12 Feb 2021-31 Jan 2022

• 4.2.3.3.1 Ox (Burns 24-27)

  • The second animal to arrive at Buddha's celebration
    • Motto is: "I am patient"
    • 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009
    • Natural Energy is Yin; Natural Element is Earth
  • The most pysically powerful and sure-footed animals in the zodiac
    • No other can match physical endurance, tenacity, patience
    • Traditionalists at heart, take life seriously
    • Will persevere through all manner of hardship to reach goals, obligations
  • Character Traits
    • Reliable, patient, purposeful, conscientious, kind, determined
    • Persevering, hardworking, sensuous, painstaking, dependable
    • Stable, skillful, dexterous, confident, authoratative
  • Life Challenge
    • To feel more comfortable with their feelings
    • Become more emotionally expressive
  • Ox Lover
    • Work comes first, romance a distant second; capable of deep and sensuous love
    • Most likely not to win or break hearts during lifetime; no desire to do so
    • Only want monogamy; settle quickly into one lifelong, faithful relationship
    • Renowned for stamina, have an intense sensuous side; true moralist at heart
    • Restrict lovemaking to acceptable practices, deplore kinky or perverse acts
    • A dependable, protective and kind partner
  • Ox Family Member
    • Very reliable, stable and responsible children, siblings and parents
    • Love their homes, believe in value of family
    • Set high expectations of themselves, others; can become strict disciplinarians
    • Make formidable protectors, dependable providers
    • Express how much they feel for others through their actions, hard work
  • Ox Friend
    • Capable of making everyone around them feel comfortable, secure
    • Love to entertain, especially with fine food and wine; confident in social skills
    • Happy to indulge as a reward; love reciting exciting sagas of successes
  • Ox At Work
    • Extremely and competent; shine in work arena; can remain calm under pressure
    • Respected for trustworthiness, dependability, meeting deadlines
    • Generous with time and assistance; open, honest and demanding employers
      • Employees might claim greatest work challenges and successes with a clearly directed Ox as their superior
    • They don't require accolades or promotions to maintain enthusiasm
    • Personal sense of achievement sufficient to motivate, along with occasional pay raise
  • Ideal Occupations
    • Judge, police officer, statistician, administrator
    • Ambulance driver, government worker
  • The Five Ox Types
    • Wood Ox ~ 1925, 1985
      • Wood brings more stability to character
      • They are extremely dependable; live life by very clear, specific ethics code
      • Set and reach high goals in all areas; usually attain material wealth
    • Fire Ox ~ 1937, 1997
      • Fire can bring both dangerous volatility and vibrant enthusiasm
      • More readily able and willing to express emotions, especially anger
      • Passionate creativity makes them a powerhouse of achievement
      • A constant stream of new projects is required to keep them happy
    • Earth Ox ~ 1949, 2009
      • Double earth element ensures plenty of resourcefulness and wisdom
      • Typify the Ox character; reliable and steadfast, know what they want in life
      • Set out early with quiet patience and hard work to achieve goals
    • Metal Ox ~1961
      • Metal strengthens core characteristic traits
      • Extremely capable business leaders; blessed with vision and logic
      • Most ambitious and materialistic of all Oxen; pursue goals with tenacity
    • Water Ox 1913, 1973
      • Water brings eloquence, intuition and reflection
      • More focused on others, display competence as counselors or social workers
      • Wise, caring and logical; most altruistic of the group