This week’s new moon, on Wednesday, Jan. 29, will signal the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year, which is this year called the "Year of the Snake."

Chinese zodiac, or shengxiao (/shnng-sshyao/ 'born resembling'), unlike the general zodiac, is represented by 12 zodiac animals. In order, they are the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat,

This week's energy favors three Chinese zodiac signs in their mission to attract financial success the week of January 27 - February 2, 2025. The I Ching hexagram of success is Mountain over Wind (#18) with a strong message: sometimes, to advance to greater heights, one must dissolve certain things holding them back.

According to legend, the Jade Emperor held a race to determine how to name each year, which brought out the best, and worst, in the animals From snake-themed events to whether your luck is in: discover all you need to know about the coming Lunar New Year in our Year of the Snake 2025 series.

In traditional Chinese culture, which is largely centered around agriculture, the ox has always been regarded as essential, symbolizing diligence and dedication. It works hard and makes significant contributions to agriculture and the lives of rural residents. For this reason, folktales suggest that the ox ranks second in the zodiac order.

There are 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac, which have astrological and cultural meanings, and each animal is associated with certain characteristics

The Year of the Wood Snake starts on January 29, 2025, and ends on February 16, 2026. Since the Chinese zodiac Wood Snake rules this year, all its zodiac pals and allies will witness prosperity. Meanwhile, Snake’s supposed ‘enemies’ are likely to witness misfortunes and should be extra cautious in their dealings.

The Chinese zodiac consists of 12 animal signs, each associated with certain characteristics and attributes. Some signs are also deemed luckier than others, particularly this week.

The Year of the Snake is approaching, and to explore its predictions, it is important to identify your Chinese Zodiac sign based on your birth year an

Here's when the Chinese New Year starts in 2025, how long it lasts, where the Lunar New Year is celebrated and your guide to the Year of the Snake.

January 29, 2025, marks the arrival of the Year of the Wood Snake, symbolizing growth and wisdom. Chinese Horoscope predicts a year of steady progress

Though the Times Square ball drop was several weeks ago, the Chinese New Year begins on January 29. According to Chinese astrology, the upcoming year of the snake will be all about mindful self reflec