The Chinese zodiac is a cultural tradition, shared here for reflection, not as a prediction or a Buddhist teaching.
1954
Wood Horse
馬 (mǎ) · Horse year 7 of 12
When the 1954 zodiac year began
In 1954, the Lunar New Year fell on Wednesday, February 3, 1954. The year of the Wood Horse ran from that day until January 23, 1955.
If you were born between January 1 and February 2, 1954, your animal is the Snake (Water Snake, the 1953 year). People born from February 3, 1954 onward belong to the Horse.
The Wood Horse
In tradition, Wood is linked with growth, kindness and generosity. Each animal comes around every 12 years, and with the five elements the same combination returns every 60 years. The Horse is traditionally linked with being lively and enthusiastic. Read more about the Horse in Chinese tradition.
A practice for the Horse
Let your energy rest at night: three good moments, one person to thank. Try the 3-minute evening practice.
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