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• The Year of the Ox in Chinese Astrology is the second year in the cycle of "Earthly Branches." Traditionally, it is called "Chou." Those born in the Year of the Ox are said to be most compatible with the Rat, Snake, and Rooster.Lovegevity: Chinese Horoscope: Ox

• Fast Facts

  1. The Year of the Ox begins on January 26, 2009
  2. Last Ox year: 1997 (Fire Ox) Spring's Greeting Cards: The Year of the Ox
  3. Characteristically dependable, logical, intelligent and articulate
  4. Also considered positive and caring
  5. Negative traits can include stubbornness, possessiveness and intolerance
  6. Roughly equivalent to Capricorn
  7. Birth year: 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009Spring's Greeting Cards: The Year of the Ox
  8. Ruling hours: 1am - 3am
  9. Direction is north-northwest
  10. Season is Winter

• More About the Ox

  Considered thick-skinned and hard-working, people under the Ox are a bit quiet and stubborn. They stand by their convictions, yet are patient and caring. Ox people make strong partners in relationships and tend to be extremely devoted. In terms of work environments, the Ox likes to be dominant and has a strong sense of determination.Chines Zodiac: Ox

• Famous Oxes

  Famous people born under the Year of the Ox include:

  • Barack Obama
  • Meg Ryan
  • Heather Locklear
  • George Clooney
  • Jack Nicholson
  • Meryl Streep
  • Jane Fonda
  • Juliette LewisSpring's Greeting Cards: The Year of the Ox

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