Lunar New Year 2023: Celebrating The Year of the Rabbit

This Lunar New Year celebrates the Year of the Rabbit. The symbol of the Rabbit itself is a sign of prosperity, peace and longevity in Chinese culture. Here’s what you need to know about 2023, the Year of the Rabbit.

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Why is the Rabbit is ranked fourth in the Chinese Zodiac?

This is due to the legend of the zodiac sign race, which dictates the order of the animals. In the legend, the Rabbit is escaping a Wolf hunt. It uses all its strength to run as fast as it can, before ending up alongside an Ox, a Rat and a Tiger standing behind a line. This turns out to be the zodiac sign race finish line, causing the Rabbit to come fourth in the ranking overall.

What traits are those born under the Year of the Rabbit predicted to have?

People born under the Year of the Rabbit are predicted to be gentle, witty, compassionate and sensitive. In Chinese culture, the symbol of the Rabbit itself signifies peace, prosperity and longevity.

Years that celebrate Year of the Rabbit:

2023, 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963, 1951, 1939, 1927

How often does the Year of the Rabbit come around?

Each Chinese zodiac animal is celebrated once every twelve years, with subsections relating to the five elements. 2023 marks the year of the Water Rabbit, a zodiac sign which is celebrated once every 60 years. The specific qualities of the Water Rabbit include an amicable nature and the ability to quickly adjust to different situations.

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