Year of the Earth Pig 4717
February 5, 2019 – January 24, 2020
The following information is compiled from a large group of resources and there are many (sometimes conflicting) interpretations on the year ahead. Sometimes differing interpretations can help us better understand the year. For those of us less familiar with the Chinese Zodiac, it is made up of 12 animal signs and 5 elements, comprising a 60 year cycle. The first day of Chinese New Year begins on the new moon that appears between January 21st and February. 20th. In 2019, the first day of the Lunar New Year will be on Tuesday, February 5th, initiating the Year of the Earth Pig which ends January 24, 2020.
Ancient lore says, Buddha invited all of the animals in the world to join him for the New Year celebration, but only 12 animals bothered to turn up. As a great reward, Buddha named a year after each one of them and they run in the order that the animals arrived to celebrate with Buddha, starting with the Rat and ending with the last guest, the Pig. Thus, this year completes the full rotation of the 12 zodiac signs.
In general the Earth Yin Pig seeks Universal Harmony. We can take heart in knowing that this year is lead by an honest, kind and reasonable creature. The Pig is in 3 harmonies with the Rabbit and Ram. These 3 strive for beauty and are intellectual and philosophical in their calm approach to life. Yet the Pig’s best friend is the Tiger. Thus it is the Tiger charm that most of us should carry to keep the Pig happy. Only the Snake and Monkey, who are not great friends with either the Pig or the Tiger, should carry both the Rabbit and Ram to help appease the Pig and protect their fortunes.
The 5 Elements
(which you can read about at https://sacredcurrents.com/about-elements/) are Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal.
This year’s Earth Pig is incompatible to its natural element – Water. Water is commonly associated with emotions and intuitions. In general, the Yin Earth Pig, with Earth on top and Water below, is symbol of peace and relaxation on the outside with under currents of danger, unrest and deception inside. There will still be conflict and disharmony in international relationships and unfortunately natural and environmental disasters will also prevail.
The industries that will perform well in the year of the Pig will be related to Wood element and Earth element. Wood industries are environmental, fashion, media, books, education, plants and flowers. Earth industries are property, insurance, mining, and high tech. Fire industries being energy, finance and entertainment are productive but not so profitable. The other industries of Metal – banking, machinery, cars, and those of Water – shipping, transport, communications – are not so prosperous year in 2019.
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Lunar Year
Prior to the Lunar New Year, it is a good idea for all of us to ‘clear house’ both physically and metaphorically.
In other words clean up outstanding debts, issues and generally complete things before the lunar New Year. The Chinese literally sweep their homes clean, taking out all the bad karma from the year out the door.
All signs will do well to perform the ‘Golden Cicada Sheds Its Shell’ ritual, along with ‘Welcoming in the Wealth God’ and ‘Changing the Chi of the Environment.’ Email me if you are interested in knowing more about these rituals.
Flying Star Feng Shui
According to Flying Star Feng Shui, the Tai Chi is where the wealth star (the 8 star) is residing in 2019. This area will be enhanced with activity, a water element or something moving like a kinetic sculpture. It is important that the center of a home or office be as open as possible so that the wealth star is not ‘locked’ or limited.
<[style=”color: #454545;”>Other stars that are significant in Flying Star methodology is the 5 Yellow Star, which can be the cause of instability and misfortune and located in the SW this year. I put a ‘salt cure’ there but others hang a metal wind chime to dissolve the energy. When analyzing an environment with Flying Star feng shui there are always two other 5 star positions that are permanent to that floor plan and where I also put salt cures.
The 2 star, symbolizes sickness, and this year is in the Northeast in 2019. The traditional method to dissolve this 2 is to hang a string of six metal coins in the affected area in the NE. A metal sculpture will do too.
The Grand Duke this year is in the Northwest this year and it is recommended that no substantial construction work be done in this direction.
“Three Killings” is in the West this year and it best not to sit with your back in that direction. The bad star 3 is a star of conflict and robbery is in the South and it is best to put something red there to neutralize its influence . The 7 star representing scandals is in the SE. 3 pieces of bamboo in water will help to protect the SE.</[>
For more specific adjustments and/or personalized recommendations for your astrology and floor plan, call for a phone for an onsite consultation.
Zodiac
Each zodiac animal has its own qualities that are consistent year to year, yet every sign will be influenced by the Dog’s energy this year.
Below are some insights for each zodiac animal in 2018. Please note that fortunes can be reduced or enhanced with Feng Shui, rituals, meditations and transcendental adjustments and that all people have their own karma to consider. Remember that even the luckiest signs (the Rabbit, Horse and Tiger this year), have their cautions and the unluckiest (the Ram, Ox, Dragon) have their bright spots.
All of the transcendental adjustments suggested are available in H.H. Grandmaster Lin Yun’s Year of the Rooster Almanac available at the Lin Yun Temple website www.yunlintemple.org/
Individual adjustments can be acquired through Sacred Currents by sending 9 Red Envelopes with $2 in each – $18 in total, and a self addressed white envelope to:
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c/o Judith Wendell
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The “Golden Cicada Sheds Its Shell” requires cinnabar. Please include an additional $9 ($27 total) if you want it sent with the ritual.
A 3-dimensional Dog, Horse, Tiger or Rabbit (the luck animals for the year depending on your year of birth – see below) can be acquired through Sacred Currents.
Send $9 for each animal ordered and $6 for priority postage (regardless of the number of animals you order.) Again, send your address and check to the address above.
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INSIGHTS FOR THE 12 CHINESE ANIMALS:
RAT – 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008
Rats are charming creatures with a large dose of intelligence. They have a sharp eye for detail, are warm hearted and opportunistic. In the year of the Pig your get assistance from benefactors, seen and unseen. Be content and don’t expect more then you are supposed to have. “One good deed a day averts thousands of evils.” This year is particularly good for furthering your education for the future. Do not get distracted by a love affair that may not serve your best interests. Carrying a Tiger talisman will help support your good fortunes this year. Oxen, Dragons, Snakes and Monkeys are the Rat’s good friends. The talisman to carry is the TIGER.
OX – 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009
The Ox is dependable and works hard to accomplish the goal. They generally do not form many close relationships but are reliable, loving partners. They can be conservative, logical, yet sometimes display hot tempers. This year beware of ill intended people. Avoid any lawsuits and counter poor luck with celebrations. It is a good to advance your education and business abroad. Having more compassion for others this year should smooth frustrations and anger. You’re compatible with the Rat, Rooster and Snake. Carrying a TIGER talisman will keep you in good stead in 2019.
TIGER – 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010
The wonderfully intense vitality of the Tiger makes you both passionate and optimistic. Tigers can easily sway a crowd but best if they avoid extremes. This year the Tiger is in the six harmony position with the Pig and one of her best friends. Thus you should be experiencing good financial luck, as well as romance. Real estate investments are positive but you will need to work hard to achieve you goals. Yet beware of interpersonal or family discord. Another area to be careful in is personal and/or business relationship. It is recommended that you say less and observe – refraining from discord.
Carrying a talisman of yourself the TIGER will make the Pig very happy. The most compatible signs for the Tiger are the Pig, Dog and Horse.
RABBIT – 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011
This year the Rabbit is in 3 Harmony with the Pig and Ram. Thus carrying a Rabbit and Ram together (especially if you are a Snake or Monkey) is as auspicious as carrying a Tiger. Rabbits are kind, graceful and sensitive. Sometimes overly sensitive to criticism. They are have good judgment in business and in general. Physical and mental health should be looked after this year. However the Rabbit has many shining stars and will be supported by benefactors in business which should be successful, and may find a new direction. Yet not all will be easy, so also depend on the support available during times of misfortune. You are welcome to carry an image of yourself and a Ram…or simply a TIGER to be in the good graces of the Pig. The best partners for the Rabbit are the Rams, Dogs and Pigs.
DRAGON– 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012
The intelligent, energetic Dragon has high standards for themselves and others and when not too demanding, has the potential to accomplish great things. They do not accept defeat easily and will come to your rescue when in need. This should be a very good year for a romantic relationship. But when it comes to business dealings go full speed ahead and it can be a successful year, however be sure you read all the fine print and take nothing for granted. Your most compatible signs are the Monkey, Rats and Snakes. Carry a TIGER this year for good luck.
SNAKE – 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013
The Snake is known for its passion, talents and tenacity and are fortunate in having most of their needs met. However this year the Snake is 180 degrees in opposition to the Pig, which makes performing the The Golden Cicada ritual very important on 3 consecutive days before the new year. Traveling this year for business and pleasure will offset misfortune professionally and financially. Be care not to get to exhausted and pay attention to your health. The best partners for Snakes are Oxen, Roosters and Dragons. The RABBIT and RAM are your talismans this year and will protect you from conflict with the PIG.
HORSE – 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014
The Horse is a social, optimistic and non-conforming animal. Their changeable nature needs plenty of stimulation. Your luck this year is fairly good with lots of support from friends and family. Your reputation is good and gains further respect. Do not risk an investment to avoid financial loss or lawsuit. Cultivate a calm mind and involve yourself in more charity work. Harmonizing relationships is more important then being right. The Horse is most compatible with the Tiger, Dog and Ram. It is best to carry your friend the TIGER this year.
RAM – 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
The Ram is a sensitive, good-natured and creative animal. The good seminarian of the zodiac. The Ram is in 3 harmony with the Pig and Rabbit. Thus, the Pig year could be quite auspicious. Celebrations and financial profits should flow. Yet, jealous scoundrels may cause losses or even a lawsuit. So be careful in your dealings. Pay close attention to both your physical and mental health. Know that misfortunes can be offset with good deeds and sharing your time with those in need. The Ram’s most compatible allies are the Horse, Pig, Rabbit and Tiger. Carrying a TIGER this year will be supportive.
MONKEY – 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
Versatile Monkeys use their lively, clever and ambitious personalities to their advantage. They can do most things well and no challenge is too great. As the Monkey is at a 90 degree opposite to the Pig is is highly advised to do the Golden Cicada ritual on New Year’s eve or the first auspcious date. Interpersonal relationships will be challenged. Do not make any investments through unconventional channels. Your good friends are the Dragon and Rat but Monkeys are very much in demand, only the Snakes and Tigers do well to avoid them. So carry a RABBIT and RAM – they are your talismans in the year of the Pig.
ROOSTER – 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005
The Rooster is a talkative perfectionist who is known for directness and hard work. They need to keep their emotions in check especially around other Roosters. You are good with money but this year you can suffer financial loss by others outwitting or taking advantage of you. Business travel may not be as productive as you hope. Stay positive as all in all, this is a better year than last. Watch your diet and do things for relaxation like mediation.
Your compatible signs are the Snake, Ox and Dragon. You should carry a TIGER and do the Golden Cicada ritual or something else protective on the new year.
DOG – 1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006
Dogs are loyal and likable, intelligent and morally sound. They are diplomatic in all their dealings but if that fails you may see their lovely teeth. Dog are not materialistic but always provide for their loved ones. This is a great year to improve your career and finances. You should have helpful people there to assist you get the recognition and remuneration you deserve. This is a good year for single Dogs to marry.
Dogs are compatible with the Horse, Rabbit and Tiger. Carrying your friend the TIGER will keep you in good stead.
PIG – 1911, 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007
The intelligent, generous and likable Pig is a pleasure seeker who is not opposed to hard-work. Pigs seek universal harmony, and sometimes can be overly generous or promise more than they an deliver. As this is the Pig year, it is said the Tai Sui or year god is sitting on your head. This pressure can be depressive, create misfortune, a downturn in finances or a relationship. Definitely plan on doing the Golden Cicada ritual on 3 consecutive day before the new year for protection. It is a good year to keep a low profile, however when there is a celebration, take part fully to counteract any negativity. Take special care of your health and create positive karma by doing good deeds each day.
You are most compatible with Rabbits, Rams and Tigers. Carrying a TIGER will keep you happy being with your good friend.
Tradition
According to ancient tradition there are 3 types of luck – Heaven, Earth and Man-made luck.Heaven luck is your astrology, which cannot be changed. We cannot change the time, place or family we were born into. Earth Luck is where Feng Shui comes into play and can either strengthen your luck by attracting auspicious energies, and protect or prevent negative energy from coming to us. Manmade Luck is what we create through networking, education, good habits, self-improvement, meditation, etc.
If you would like help insuring your Earth Luck with specific Feng Shui recommendations for your home and/or office in this Year of the EARTH PIG, please contact me for an on-site or phone/zoom consultation at:
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