The Chinese term “ Ben Ming Nian ” means this year is the same animal sign as your birth year, and it is a reset of the 12-year cycle for your zodiac sign.

The ox carried the rat, who pushed the cat, who nearly drowned and lost the race in a popular legend behind the Chinese Zodiac, an ancient system steeped in lore that both puzzles and enthralls ...

The Chinese zodiac has 12 different animals which include the Dragon, Horse, Goat, Snake, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig, Rat, Ox, Tiger and Rabbit. Each Luner New Year, a new animal is adorned by ...

"They are kind, smart, intelligent, and loving." The ox follows the rat--2021 was the year of the ox and 2033 will be the next time we see this symbol. "Oxens are known for dependability," Law said.

In the story of the Chinese zodiac, the Jade Emperor invited all 12 animals to race along the river of destiny. The rat came first because it talked the ox into letting it hitch a ride to the ...