The holiday, commonly referred to as Lunar New Year and Spring Festival, began on Sunday, January 22. The celebration, which has its origins in various countries in east Asia, is steeped in culture and tradition and is focused on the desire for prosperity and good luck.
A Lunar New Year of the Rabbit
Lunar New Year falls between Jan. 20 and Feb. 21 on the Gregorian calendar, but the specific date varies each year according to the lunar cycle. The Chinese zodiac assigns a corresponding animal to each year, based on ancient Chinese mythology. The Year of the Tiger recently passed, and the 2023 Lunar New Year is the Year of the Rabbit. Here is everything about the characteristics of the Rabbit zodiac year and personality traits concerning the 2023 Lunar New Year.
The Lunar New Year in 2023 begins on Jan. 22nd and lasts until Feb. 1st. The public holiday period is from Jan. 22nd to Jan. 29th, with the peak of the celebration being the Lantern Festival on Feb. 5th. The zodiac animal for the 2023 Lunar New Year is the Rabbit, which is the fourth of the 12 zodiac animals. The last Year of the Rabbit was in 2011, and in Chinese culture, rabbits are associated with the moon.
The Water Rabbit Is Lucky
The Year of the Rabbit previously occurred in the years 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, and 2011. It is important to note that due to the Lunar New Year falling at different times each year, individuals born in January or February may be a different zodiac sign. Notable figures born during the Year of the Rabbit include Michael Jordan, Kate Winslet, Drew Barrymore, Tiger Woods, Brad Pitt, and Angelina Jolie.
The Year of the Rabbit is believed to be associated with certain personality traits, such as being talented and excelling in forming close relationships. They are often affectionate and value peace and tranquility. Chinese Zodiacs are based on the Heavenly Stems and Branches system and are associated with one of five elements, namely Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. The 2023 Lunar New Year corresponds to the Water Rabbit, which previously occurred in 1963. The Water Rabbit is said to possess the ability to turn unfortunate events around.
The horoscope for those born during the Year of the Rabbit in 2023 suggests it is a time for letting go of things that no longer serve them, including decluttering their lives, letting go of toxic relationships, or moving on from a job. Additionally, as the Water Rabbit year brings extra luck and opportunity, it is also an ideal time to try new things.