Greetings !
This year's Chinese New Year had an "auspicious" sign of beginning on a day
that had a New Moon and a Solar Eclipse - besides being the Tibetan New
Year, as well. February 5 marked the beginning of the Year of the Dragon,
or the 4698th Year according to the Chinese calendar. New Moons are times
of "new beginnings" and Solar Eclipses help us to address ourselves in our
"outer world". Below is some information that you may wish to set aside to
see "how" the dragon plays out in your world and life this year!
The Year of the Dragon, is thought to be a vital and energetic time,
characterized by action and accomplishment. Shining with the internal and
external fire of life, the Dragon radiates extreme and vital energy.
Force and Power are the symbols associated with the Dragon, and are the
keywords that will influence the coming year. In addition, the Chinese say
that the Dragon leaves wealth and prosperity in his wake.. With the
ascendance of such strength, it is important that the Dragon not to be
lulled into believing that he is infallible - since a lack of realism can
lead to excess. Channeling energy will be a full time task!
Chinese astrologers predict that this Year of the Dragon will be
particularly auspicious for great international events, particularly
because this New Year's Day coincides with the First Day of Spring in the
Chinese lunar calendar.
I was impressed to make homemade Spring rolls (egg rolls) which are
traditionally made and shared with guests within the Chinese New Year
celebrations - - I am neither Chinese nor had guests - but we enjoyed them
immensely !
Gung Hay Fat Choy!
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
2000 the Year of the Metal Dragon
By Shelly Wu
February 5, 2000 - January 23, 2001
As we approach the millennium change and new year of the Dragon in 2000, we
find ourselves bombarded by prophets of doom preaching apocalypse.
Believers and skeptics alike are studying the subject of eschatology (the
branch of theology concerned with final events or the end of the world.)
A myriad of computer experts and religious leaders warn of coming
collapse. On the other hand, some hold fast to the belief that self-styled
prophets who announce the impending end of the world, are nothing but
charlatans propagating a scam to empty our pockets.
Then, there are the moderates who won’t commit either way insisting:
"No one knows WHAT will really happen".
What does Chinese astrology have to say about the year 2000? Swimming
against the current, it predicts a better future for mankind. According to
this 5,000 year old art, our planet should progress quite nicely in the
next two years, which correspond to the years of the ‘lucky’ Metal Dragon,
and the ‘wise’ Metal Snake. As a matter-of-fact, these two years are
thought to be better than average in the twelve year cycle that is the
Chinese zodiacal system.
Naturally, there will be earthquakes here and there, floods, fires,
tornadoes, wars, and so on during the next two years but, according to the
Chinese astral configurations, there is nothing that would indicate an
apocalypse. Any problems are less likely to happen on 1-1-2000 of this
‘detached’ Rabbit/cat year, as on or after the new year of the
‘unpredictable’ Dragon beginning on 2-5-2000. It is at that time when
"Fixes" or "patches" put into place in the hope of circumventing problems,
MAY cause problems of their own.
On February 5th, 2000 We enter the year of the Metal Dragon. Unlike
the other animals of the Chinese zodiac, the Dragon is a mythical creature,
and the sign of good luck and vital health. Unlike the frightening Dragon
of Western mythology, Chinese Dragons are benevolent creatures who live in
the heavens and command the wind, mist, rain, thunder and lightning.
Dragon years are traditionally filled with Pageantry, Festivals and
elaborate Celebrations. A year of potential extravagance, grandiose
ambitions and enterprises which soar to the forefront with drama. Dragon
years can be exhausting and unpredictable, bringing both spectacular
victories and bitter defeats. A bi-polar year of sharp ups and downs. Due
to the mythical nature of the Dragon successes can be fleeting or illusion
only.
The essence of Dragon years is ' unpredictability’, and the
culminating point in this coming Metal Dragon year will be Autumn. The Yin
force of mid-autumn blends with the strong Yang of the Dragon, life becomes
more temperate - more balanced at this time. The year 2000 will be
influenced by the element of Metal. The nature and power of Metal is to
delineate and to define. This element adds rigidity to an individual sign
or a particular year. The Metal element represents clarity, purity and
precision. Metal years create structure, & bring matters to the surface.
Metal Dragon years are traditionally stormy, outspoken, and brutally candid.
The 'solitary' element of Metal, intensifies the need for privacy
during this coming year, and the 'lone-wolf-style' of problem solving. To
be totally effective, we must learn which battles to lose in order to win
our wars. The Metal Dragon likes to mix in the best circles and usually has
an intimate, but very loyal group of friends. This Dragon year is
particularly shrewd for business matters, as the Metal element gives strong
monetary instincts into the year 2000.
Dragon years are traditionally: Outspoken, Active, Sentimental,
Enthusiastic, Lucky, Intuitive, Idealistic, Shrewd, Tenacious, Healthy,
Influential, Vital, Generous, Spirited, Captivating, Artistic, Admirable,
Successful and Autonomous.
They are also: Agitated, Stubborn, Willful, Demanding, Opinionated,
Brutally Honest, Other-worldly, Impetuous, Loud-mouthed, Easily Infatuated
or Judgmental.
Happy New Year, and blessings to you and yours,
Shelly Wu
From :
Chinese Astrology
http://www.chineseastrology.com
Greetings !
This year's Chinese New Year had an "auspicious" sign of beginning on a day
that had a New Moon and a Solar Eclipse - besides being the Tibetan New
Year, as well. February 5 marked the beginning of the Year of the Dragon,
or the 4698th Year according to the Chinese calendar. New Moons are times
of "new beginnings" and Solar Eclipses help us to address ourselves in our
"outer world". Below is some information that you may wish to set aside to
see "how" the dragon plays out in your world and life this year!
The Year of the Dragon, is thought to be a vital and energetic time,
characterized by action and accomplishment. Shining with the internal and
external fire of life, the Dragon radiates extreme and vital energy.
Force and Power are the symbols associated with the Dragon, and are the
keywords that will influence the coming year. In addition, the Chinese say
that the Dragon leaves wealth and prosperity in his wake.. With the
ascendance of such strength, it is important that the Dragon not to be
lulled into believing that he is infallible - since a lack of realism can
lead to excess. Channeling energy will be a full time task!
Chinese astrologers predict that this Year of the Dragon will be
particularly auspicious for great international events, particularly
because this New Year's Day coincides with the First Day of Spring in the
Chinese lunar calendar.
I was impressed to make homemade Spring rolls (egg rolls) which are
traditionally made and shared with guests within the Chinese New Year
celebrations - - I am neither Chinese nor had guests - but we enjoyed them
immensely !
Gung Hay Fat Choy!
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
2000 the Year of the Metal Dragon
By Shelly Wu
February 5, 2000 - January 23, 2001
As we approach the millennium change and new year of the Dragon in 2000, we
find ourselves bombarded by prophets of doom preaching apocalypse.
Believers and skeptics alike are studying the subject of eschatology (the
branch of theology concerned with final events or the end of the world.)
A myriad of computer experts and religious leaders warn of coming
collapse. On the other hand, some hold fast to the belief that self-styled
prophets who announce the impending end of the world, are nothing but
charlatans propagating a scam to empty our pockets.
Then, there are the moderates who won’t commit either way insisting:
"No one knows WHAT will really happen".
What does Chinese astrology have to say about the year 2000? Swimming
against the current, it predicts a better future for mankind. According to
this 5,000 year old art, our planet should progress quite nicely in the
next two years, which correspond to the years of the ‘lucky’ Metal Dragon,
and the ‘wise’ Metal Snake. As a matter-of-fact, these two years are
thought to be better than average in the twelve year cycle that is the
Chinese zodiacal system.
Naturally, there will be earthquakes here and there, floods, fires,
tornadoes, wars, and so on during the next two years but, according to the
Chinese astral configurations, there is nothing that would indicate an
apocalypse. Any problems are less likely to happen on 1-1-2000 of this
‘detached’ Rabbit/cat year, as on or after the new year of the
‘unpredictable’ Dragon beginning on 2-5-2000. It is at that time when
"Fixes" or "patches" put into place in the hope of circumventing problems,
MAY cause problems of their own.
On February 5th, 2000 We enter the year of the Metal Dragon. Unlike
the other animals of the Chinese zodiac, the Dragon is a mythical creature,
and the sign of good luck and vital health. Unlike the frightening Dragon
of Western mythology, Chinese Dragons are benevolent creatures who live in
the heavens and command the wind, mist, rain, thunder and lightning.
Dragon years are traditionally filled with Pageantry, Festivals and
elaborate Celebrations. A year of potential extravagance, grandiose
ambitions and enterprises which soar to the forefront with drama. Dragon
years can be exhausting and unpredictable, bringing both spectacular
victories and bitter defeats. A bi-polar year of sharp ups and downs. Due
to the mythical nature of the Dragon successes can be fleeting or illusion
only.
The essence of Dragon years is ' unpredictability’, and the
culminating point in this coming Metal Dragon year will be Autumn. The Yin
force of mid-autumn blends with the strong Yang of the Dragon, life becomes
more temperate - more balanced at this time. The year 2000 will be
influenced by the element of Metal. The nature and power of Metal is to
delineate and to define. This element adds rigidity to an individual sign
or a particular year. The Metal element represents clarity, purity and
precision. Metal years create structure, & bring matters to the surface.
Metal Dragon years are traditionally stormy, outspoken, and brutally candid.
The 'solitary' element of Metal, intensifies the need for privacy
during this coming year, and the 'lone-wolf-style' of problem solving. To
be totally effective, we must learn which battles to lose in order to win
our wars. The Metal Dragon likes to mix in the best circles and usually has
an intimate, but very loyal group of friends. This Dragon year is
particularly shrewd for business matters, as the Metal element gives strong
monetary instincts into the year 2000.
Dragon years are traditionally: Outspoken, Active, Sentimental,
Enthusiastic, Lucky, Intuitive, Idealistic, Shrewd, Tenacious, Healthy,
Influential, Vital, Generous, Spirited, Captivating, Artistic, Admirable,
Successful and Autonomous.
They are also: Agitated, Stubborn, Willful, Demanding, Opinionated,
Brutally Honest, Other-worldly, Impetuous, Loud-mouthed, Easily Infatuated
or Judgmental.
Happy New Year, and blessings to you and yours,
Shelly Wu
>From :
Chinese Astrology
http://www.chineseastrology.com
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