Question 1

Why does my Chinese zodiac sign change if I was born in January or February?

Accepted Answer

The Chinese Zodiac year follows the lunisolar calendar starting on Chinese New Year (between Jan 21 and Feb 20). If your birthday falls before Lunar New Year in your birth year, your sign belongs to the previous lunar year.

Question 2

What is the 60-year Chinese sexagenary cycle (Ganzhi)?

Accepted Answer

The sexagenary cycle combines 10 Heavenly Stems (Five Elements in Yin/Yang pairs) and 12 Earthly Branches (Zodiac animals), creating 60 unique annual designations before repeating.

Question 3

What are the Three Harmonies (San He) in Chinese astrology?

Accepted Answer

The Three Harmonies are four groups of three zodiac signs that form 120-degree trines on the lunar wheel, signifying complementary traits and high astrological compatibility.

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