GONG XI FA CAI!
Happy Chinese New Year!
Happy Chinese New Year and welcome to the year of the Fire Rooster. This year the Chinese Lunar New Year begins on 28th January and transforms from the year of the Monkey into the 10th Chinese Zodiac, the Rooster. Most cycles of the Chinese Zodiac bring about a different emphasis on one of the 5 elements, or 5 phases for each Zodiac Animal and this year will bring forth the year of the Fire Rooster.
The Rooster, jī 鸡, is associated with luck, jí 吉 due to the similar pronunciation and is believed in old traditions to be related to the phoenix, because of its stunning plumage. The rooster also symbolises punctuality, honesty, bravery and competitiveness. As the Rooster is believed to bring the dawn and the new day, it is seen as a holy animal and time keeper. Roosters for this reason also symbolise ghost hunters, the Rooster crows at dawn, inviting the sun and the new day, this scares off the ghosts as they are powerless in the sunlight. This is why Roosters can be seen painted on doors, or on the boundaries of temples as they protect one against evil ghosts and spirits. Many Asian cultures also use the Rooster to represent the Sun God, due to their fiery bright colours and their talent in calling up the sun.
Roosters are also seen as ordinary as they are the most common poultry in Asia and are linked to prosperity because of their rapid reproductive quality!
So what does all of this mean for the year of the Rooster?
The year of the Fire-Rooster is orientated towards progress, reaching a higher level of integrity and to relate to our passions with composure. This year is filled with success, positive energies, progress and personal and professional achievements. However, to bring about a change, obstacles must be encountered. So tempering our desires with the awareness of what steps need to be taken to get there, will help relieve tensions and stresses when faced with obstacles on our journey.
The energy of the Rooster in bringing in a new day and new possibilities coincides with the numerological significance of the year 2017
The numerology for the year 2017 is '1' (2+0+1+7=10=1+0=1). A '1' year in numerology signifies the beginning of a new nine year cycle and is the time to start setting your intentions for the new foundations you will lay in this exciting new time. It is a year to create new energies, to get in touch with your truth, so your journey through the next nine years will be more aligned to your destiny and desires. Use this year to call on the energies of the Rooster, to be fearless and honourable as you pave a new course in your life and overcome obstacles with kindness and integrity.
Allow this year to be a breath of fresh air, to clear your mind and re-inspire you to reach your truth and your full potential.
Sally Taylor
BASc(Chinese Medicine), BHSc(Human Biology)
Eingana Traditional Chinese Medicine
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