Chinese astrology is an incredibly ancient belief. It was in use as far back as the 40th century BC. It was promoted by Emperor Fu Hsi - 2953-2838 BC.
Just as in western astrology, there is far more to Chinese astrology than just the year you were born in. Chinese astrology doesn't say that every single person born in the year 1970 is exactly the same!
Note that the Chinese new year does not begin on January 1st, so it's important for people who were born in January and February to check the Chinese New Year date for the year in which they were born, to see what animal they are.
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