What is Year of the Ox?
- China celebrates its New Year in the month of February on the second full moon, which marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring.
- The Chinese or the Lunar New Year is commonly referred to as the “Spring Festival” and is based on the lunar calendar.
- In Chinese astrology, twelve animals represent the Chinese zodiac signs. Each year, one animal and its personality traits is assigned to the 12-month period.
- And 2021 is the Year of the Ox, which is said to bring stability and calmness. It is predicted to be a year of great opportunities and economic prosperity.
Why is it significant this year?
- The Year of the Ox will replace the Year of the Rat (2020) that is traditionally filled with turbulence.
- Around the world, the Covid-19 pandemic caused scores of deaths and economic downturn. This year, however, the Ox is predicted to provide some much needed stability.
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