Snake

I AM THE SNAKE

The Snake’s Lunar Year according to the Western Calendar / Element

4 February 1905 to 24 January 1906 / Wood

23 January 1917 to 10 February 1918 / Fire

10 February 1929 to 29 January 1930 / Earth

27 January 1941 to 14 February 1942 / Metal

14 February 1953 to 2 February 1954 / Water

2 February 1965 to 20 January 1966 / Wood

18 February 1977 to 6 February 1978 / Fire

6 February 1989 to 26 January 1990 / Earth

24 January 2001 to 11 February 2002 / Metal

10 February 2013 – 30 January 2014 / Water

29 January 2025 – 16 February 2026 / Wood

Introductory

Within the Chinese astrology, the Snake is the sixth sign out of 12 animals in the cycle. In comparison with the Western Astrology, the Snake is parallel to that of Taurus.

The Snake sign is denoted by a feminine or the yin sign.

It rules 1 month in the season of Spring, 20 April to 20 May, and 2 segments of the day, 9AM to 11AM.

People who are born within that segment of the day are considered to have the Snake sign as their ascendant.

Its direction is the South-Southwest and fixed element is Fire.

The Personality of the Snake

The snake, endowed with natural wisdom is a deepest thinker and loves to reflect. They are usually adept in the areas of philosophy, finance and politics. They love all fine things in life such as good books, food, music and theatre. Many beautiful women and powerful men are born under this sign.

The snake tends to trust his own instincts and rely on his own judgment. He can be very religious or even psychic but does not communicate well with others.

For all his sophistication, he is highly superstitious. An intense personality, he will choose to settle scores consciously and unconsciously in everything he does while he is still alive and will not leave unsettle scores behind after his death.

A person born under this sign usually do not have to worry about money problem. He either has the money or knows how to get it. A snake should not gamble as luck is usually not on his side in this area.

However, a snake is a fast learner. Should he tries and fails, he will not allow it to happen again. Snakes are prudent and shrewd in business. The ambitious snake strives for control through power and authority. Money to him is just a means to an end.

Although skeptical by nature, he keeps his suspicions to himself. He is eloquent, well dressed and has impeccable manners and can be quite generous with money. He is a very private person and keeps many secrets to himself. He does not like small talk or any sort frivolities. He can be ruthless when he wants to achieve a certain objective and will not think twice about getting rid of anyone who stands in his way. Nevertheless in spite of all, he does have a sense of humor even under the most extreme conditions.

Snakes are very cautious about what they say. They will take the time to assess situations and think things through before formulating their views.

He is very demanding and possessive in his relationship with others. Deep down inside he does not trust anyone completely. He is anal about people keep their word and would not forgive anyone who breaks their promise to him. Where his pet fears are concerned, he can be prone to paranoia.

His hatred can be intense when his anger is provoked. His resentment is silent and deep which is usually not explicitly expressed. He can patiently wait for years to crush his enemies and take his revenge.

The female snake is seductively beautiful, cool and serene. Although not always a raving beauty, when the way she looks, her personality and attitude is put together, the total effect is magic. Although, she gives the impression being laid back, she high industrious and her mind is never at rest.

Both sexes of snakes tend to have good complexion. They are more susceptible to the ailments of the digestive and nervous system from containing stress internally.

The female snake loves classical and well cut clothes. She has extremely fine taste in jewelry and would rather go without it if she can’t get the real thing. She knows how to dress in a way that makes her alluring and irresistible. She has high standards for her mate. She loves the power and influence that comes with money. Whether she earns it or marry for it, she will get it one way or another.

A snake wife will be the most powerful asset to any man. She will do whatever it takes to make him a success if he is not one already. A snake woman never feels inferior to men. She knows how to use her talents to achieve her objectives. She does not waste time lamenting over what could have been but instead do what it takes to achieve her goals. She is a tough opponent when challenged and will have no qualms in destroying those who cross her path.

Under the Snake’s calm exterior, he is always on guard and one can never know their true feelings. He can be evasive and elusive if he wants to. He has the wisdom to plan his moves ahead of time and has the tenacity to maintain his position until the end. He has great ability for negotiation and can make a fine politician.

Snake people are reputed to have roving eyes and well known as passionate lovers. However, their passion extends to anything they undertake whether it is a business deal or a lover. They usually have great craving for power and limelight. Once they attain it, they will hold on to it ever so strongly.

A snake can be a pillar of strength due to his presence of mind. He can handle good and bad news with equanimity. His responsible trait, his sense of purpose together with his charisma can bring him to reach the pinnacle of power.

Matters of the heart are important to the snake. He will have many romances before he finally settles down. He will find particularly suitable mates in Rooster, Ox, Rabbit and Dragon.

Five Different Types of the Snakes

Metal Snake (1941, 2001) - The metal snake is quiet, confident and fiercely independent. He has a keen eye for scouting for opportunity and move very quickly. Before you know it he has already established himself in a solid position.

The metal element makes him crave luxury and easy life. He will pursue power and wealth. He is farsighted and will aspire for the best of everything in life.

However, he has a suspicious side to him and often suspects others of hidden motive to the point of paranoia. He is domineering, possessive and uncommunicative.

Although extremely capable, he is constantly envious of others and tries to defeat his opponent by whatever means it takes. However, he can be generous and cooperative with others although in a guarded way. He would plan his path for his future and see it to completion.

Water Snake (1953, 2013) - The water snake has profound insight, great mental abilities, power of concentration and great influence on others. He is naturally charismatic, inquisitive, shrewd, business oriented and materialistic. He never loses sight of his goal and will never let unimportant issues to distract him from his goal.

He is artistic, well read, intellectual, practical and very adept at handling people as well as finances. He has a wide range of interest. Beneath his calm demeanor, he can harbor resentment and lifetime grudges.

Wood Snake (1905, 1969) - A wood snake seeks emotional stability and financial security. He is eloquent, forceful, magnetic and interesting. He tends to attract objects and people that he desires instead of pursuing them. He is ambitious, vain about his appearance and craves for admiration and public approval.

He is sharp, well informed, has good judgment and discretion. He strives to achieve long term success and is an appreciator of finer things in life like art, music and theatre.

Fire Snake (1917, 1977) - Intense, forceful, energetic, outgoing and ambitious with appeal and charisma, a fire snake would fetch many votes if he chooses to go into politics.

Although he asks for the opinion of others, in reality he only trusts himself. He is quick to censure and condemn. His strong desire for fame, money and power make him strive for the highest goal and will work very hard to maintain his power and position once he get there. Always in the centre stage of what’s going on, he makes his presence felt wherever he goes. However, he is the sensual and jealous type and can be preoccupied with excessive love and hate.

Earth Snake (1929, 1989) - The earth snake is warm, charming and spontaneous. He is more likely to form correct opinion of people and situations and communicate well with the public. Having the ability to see a wide scope of things, he is adept in pacifying confusion and panic. He is not easily intimidated and cannot be influenced by public opinion. He is quick in discovering new opportunities before others are even aware of its importance.

Very charming and loyal, the earth snake usually has many supporters. He easily succeeds in banking, insurance and real estate due to his frugal, hardworking and systematic nature.

Seasons of the Rooster

SPRING

The most dangerous snakes are spring snakes as they have great appetite after emerging from winter hibernation. People born under this sign are likely to be aggressive, adventurous, alert, guarded, achievement oriented, careful planners, intelligent, creative and love the limelight. They are risk takers and are willing to do what it takes to achieve powerful position and success.

SUMMER

Summer snakes are slow and deep thinkers and tend to do much investigation before taking any action. They are very sharp and have keen power of observation. They are usually swift and accurate when they strike. They are known to be intuitive and extravagant. When negative, they are secretive, possessive and jealous. However, they are generous and loyal to their friends.

AUTUMN

Autumn Snake are quiet, intuitive, deeply religious, soft spoken, contemplative, reserved and self absorbed. They would pursue a career and strive to be the best in their field. They are more of a loner and do not like the crowd. They are original thinkers, idealistic and can be rigid in their views. They are not hostile unless openly provoked.

WINTER

Winter snakes are usually docile and peaceful, safety conscious and guarded in their emotions. They are less adventurous and tend to rely on proven methods of doing things. They are philosophical and patient but still have the lethal and vindictive tendency if provoked.

Characters of the Rooster Child

Quiet, intelligent, alert, serious and inclined to be particular, the personality of a snake child is quite complex. He is the worrying type and has a pensive outlook in life. He is studious and hardworking but can be sulky, temperamental and vindictive when he does not get his way. He is discipline, decisive and practical. He is the type that follows through any task that he undertakes to the end.

He has a high IQ, prefers to mind his own business, careful and attentive. He is observant and calculating and knows how to stay out of trouble.

A leader by nature who knows how to plan and use his power wisely, other children tend to look up to him. However, he can be ruthless in doing what it takes to maintain his position

His natural charm, talents and abilities make him the object of jealousy and envy. Like any member of the elite, he must learn how to take criticism and the risks that comes from being in his position.

He is reserved and tends to hide his pain. He does not like to explain himself and is very often misunderstood. However, the snake child is adept in using people and situation to his advantage. He is able to rise above any difficult circumstances and is destined for famed and fortune.

The Snakes and His Ascendants

In Chinese horoscopes, a person born during different periods of the day will have an effect on his/her overall personality in various degrees.

For every individual, their personality has a centered “self” and many layers around it. Each layer has a different size, texture and aura, and when combined, it makes up who the person truly is.

Each period of time during the day corresponds to a different Chinese horoscope. So, although it is a person’s individual choice on which path he will take in life, there may perhaps be other “inner voices” which will influence him. These “inner voices”, “other self” or “inner struggle” comes from their conflicting ascendants.

E.g. A Rooster born in the hours of the Ox. In this case, the individual may experience both animal traits to different degrees, hence the conflict.

Your local time should be used when determining your ascendant.

11PM - 1AM: The Rat Hours

You are a snake who knows how to harness the influence of powerful friends who can help you rise to power. You have a formidable network of friends and a storehouse of information. Although you are sentimental and possessive about almost anything, you are generous to your family because you love them.

1AM - 3AM: The Ox Hours

The Ox influence is good for you to learn to be more duty bound and responsible where there is no gain, be more patient, less selfish and less superior to others. However, with your elusiveness, you could be more difficult to deal with if you have the Ox’s will power and stamina.

3AM - 5AM: The Tiger Hours

The Tiger outgoing influence makes you a warm and versatile snake that can move the crowd. However, since both are the suspicious type, you are prone to emotional upheaval and can be temperamental and distrustful especially when you are in a negative mood. You are the generous and giving type and people who have anything association with you will benefit greatly.

5AM - 7AM: The Rabbit Hours

The Rabbit influence makes you a tranquil, collected and self confident snake. You give an appearance of being non-combative and adept at political maneuvering, intelligent negotiation and has good judgment. However, you could be equally deadly if you are betrayed or someone gets in your way.

7AM - 9AM: The Dragon Hours

With the Dragon’s touch of philanthropy, egalitarianism and power coupled with the snake’s wisdom, you can bring about lasting reforms especially those that can benefit humanity. You are an inspiring leader, a good speaker and have troves of followers. You are always committed in whatever you set your mind on.

9AM - 11AM: The Snake Hours

A Snake ascendant influence causes a double dose of all good and bad characteristics in a snake. Mysterious, possessive and deep, you will only show others what you want them to see. Your thoughts are very private and it is very difficult to figure you out. Whatever your goals are, you will hold on to it tightly once you get hold of it.

11AM - 1PM: The Horse Hours

The carefree and love of freedom characteristics of the horse make you a happier snake that would opt for a more ordinary existence rather that the pursuit of wealth and power. The extremely sensual nature of both signs makes you very attractive to the opposite sex.

1PM - 3PM: The Sheep Hours

The Sheep injects a dose of humanity and kindness in you and makes you a very powerful snake with a dynamic vision. The snake in you will know how to support the Sheep’s inclination for fine things and luxury but you must be careful not to overspent.

3PM - 5PM: The Monkey Hours

A monkey charisma is hard to ignore. Together with the snake’s hypnotic charm, wisdom, glamour and wit, you will break many hearts and disarm many business opponents. You will only play a game that you are sure to win and you don’t handle failure very well.

5PM - 7PM: The Rooster Hours

With the Rooster’s characteristics of persistence, competitiveness and strong views coupled with all the characteristic of a snake you will be an overachiever and a perfectionist in whatever you do.

7PM - 9PM: The Dog Hours

The Dog brings the self sacrifice nature into a snake making you more altruistic, less selfish and less ambitious. You are more likely to have a stronger moral sense and noble conviction. Although both signs are thinkers and tend to be very private, the Dog influence makes you popular and more involved with people.

9PM - 11PM: The Boar Hours

The pig’s natural honesty and generosity and the snake’s instinct and ambition can turn you into a popular leader who is inclined to share your good fortune with others. You will be loved by your followers.

When Moon Signs Meets Sun Signs

In addition to ascendants, there is also another additional factor which affects an individual's personality: the sun signs. The sun signs, or the Western zodiac sign, parallels the Chinese lunar signs. Based on the month and season of the Snake, it is paired with Sagittarius and thereafter the rest of the sun signs are paired with the concurrent moon signs accordingly.

SAGITTARIUS: 22 November to 21 December

Fire + Negative Fire = Sagittarian Snake

The snake born under this western sign does not take thing so seriously. He loves fashion, is well informed, less secretive and less fickle. He loves freedom and variety. He is classy, has lofty ideals and craves for success and recognition. The snake is contemplative while the archer is very decisive. A combination of the archer and the snake give a wise but less obedient snake.

CAPRICORN: 22 December to 20 January

Earth + Negative Fire = Capricorn Snake

The Capricorn Snake is intellectual, aloof and always in deep thought. He is totally confident of his own beliefs and judgment and does not usually seek the advice of others. He has high level of endurance and patience to stalk his enemy. He unfolds his high flying goals with careful planning and persistent follow- through.

AQUARIUS: 21 January to 19 February

Air + Negative Fire = Aquarius Snake

The Aquarius Snake is cheerful, bright and optimistic. He is flexible and will alter his course according to the dictates of his environment. He is erratic in his thinking and has a great need for freedom of expression. He is prone to anxiety when under stress. When negative, he can become reserved and keeps to himself. The Snake in him makes him prone to jealousy. He has his ways of conveying his wishes without being explicit.

PISCES: 20 February to 20 March

Water + Negative Fire = Pieces Snake

With charm and impeccable manners, the Pieces Snake hides his wisdom and telepathic power well. The Snake’s passionate and intense nature combined with the fishes deep and silent nature makes Pieces Snakes an extremely sensitive person. The Pieces snake tends to invest everything in relationships. The Pieces sign dilutes the Snakes ruthless determination with compassion.

ARIES: 21 March to 19 April

Fire + Negative Fire = Aries Snake

The Aries Snake has the flair to criticize in a way that is palatable to others and has the ability subdue difficult people into obedience. The combination of the wise and guarded nature of the snake combined with the confidence of the Ram result in an outstanding leader.

TAURUS: 20 April to 20 May

Earth + Negative Fire = Taurus Snake

Both signs have down to earth nature and are especially careful with finances and adverse to gambling. Although security conscious, he is not paranoid. He relies on his ability to fulfill his destiny. Once he has made a decision, he moves forwards and never looks back again.

GEMINI: 21 May to 21 June

Air + Negative Fire = Gemini Snake

The true motive of a Gemini Snake is usually concealed beneath his charm and effervescent personality. He is irresistible to the opposite sex and appealing to most people. A person of this combination knows that he gets easily agitated and strive to control this emotion. He takes risks to test his own judgment and reflexes.

CANCER: 22 June to 21 July

Water + Negative Fire = Cancerian Snake

The Cancerian Snake is highly mysterious and enchanting. He seeks worldly attainments such as fame, wealth and security but sometimes do not put it into action due to his inhibited crab nature and philosophical Snake quality. He loves to have people around him. He is protective of them and is dependent on their love. The Snake part of him is defensive and fear failure. He is a complicated personality. Although worldly success is usually within his reach, peace of mind most of the time is not.

LEO: 22 July to 21 August

Fire + Negative Fire = Leo Snake

The Leo Snake’s obsession with being the first in everything makes his life full of self made success and failure. He is graceful and does not succumb under pressure. Love, admiration and understanding will bring out the best in him. However, he has the tendency to be spoilt, selfish and arrogant as a result of getting too much attention and getting his way too often. He can be warm and sincere if he leads a quiet life dedicated to helping others.

VIRGO: 22 August to 22 September

Earth + Negative Fire = Virgo Snake

The Virgo Snake’s secretive, aware and discriminating nature comes from a combination of the Virgo’s eye for detail, love for organization and the snake’s tendency to hide his feelings. He is fiercely goal oriented and will follow through his plan until completion. He is very focus and does not let himself get swayed away from his intended path.

LIBRA: 23 September to 22 October

Air + Negative Fire = Libran Snake

The Libran snake is easy to relate to and makes it a point to express himself in a way that he can be understood. He has impeccable taste and is charming, witty and humorous. He is cool, desirable and loves pleasure. He has the tendency to concede to popular demands even at times when he knows it would be much better to act independently.

SCORPIO: 23 October to 21 November

Water + Negative Fire = Scorpio Snake

A Scorpio snake is a brilliant tactician that possesses intense emotions that is hidden deeply within. He is hard to read and comprehend. He is secretive, does not share information easily, does not bother to explain his motive and could not care less about idle gossip. He is ambitious and result oriented and would leave no stone unturned should he need to investigate something.

Compatibility and Conflict

The conflict and compatibility chart helps indicate complimentary or conflicting horoscope signs. There are often 2 other complimentary signs for each horoscope and one conflicting sign for every individual sign. The way to determine this is to place each of the 12 signs in a circle and the sign that is opposite of each other are conflicting, while the signs that form a triangle within that circle are the complimentary signs. Aside from these 3 signs, the rest of the signs are compatible but in varying degrees.

The Snake is part of the Second Triangle of Affinity comprising the Snake, Ox and Rooster. These three are the most intellectual signs of the cycle and are most likely to listen to their head rather than their heart. They depend more on their own assessment and always take hearsay with a pinch of salt. They are independent by nature and strive to achieve great heights. These three signs tend to seek out each other for marriage and friendship.

People born in the year of the boar or has boar as their ascendant has the most serious conflict with the Snake. The fire element in the snake and the water element in boar do not mix well together. Their thinking and outlook are totally different.

They can form relationships only through intermediary or if they share the same ascendant. Eg like the boar born in the snake hour and vice versa.

Apart from the Rooster, Ox and Boar, the other lunar signs are compatible with the snakes in different degrees.

Rat

The Rat and Snake are attracted to each other and relationship between them can be fulfilling if they recognize the usefulness of each other. They are both attracted to power and recognition. The Rat likes the Snakes’ wisdom and the Snake likes the Rat’s resourcefulness and intelligence. Both like to take risks but one of them needs to exercise caution and draw a line when needed.

Tiger

The Snake and Tiger do not relate well to each other as both are competitive and will be unsympathetic if their interest is at stake. The Tiger may be aggressive in getting his way but the Snake will resist to the end. When there is distrust of each other’s motive, conflict will develop. The Snake usually wins because he is able to hide his feelings and the Tiger would be unhappy and show his displeasure.

Rabbit

The Rabbit and the snake have got no great conflict but also nothing much in common. Sharing mutual ascendant will enhance their relationship. Their relationship will be lukewarm unless they find something special that brings them together. Sharing mutual goals such as love for art will make the Snake and Rabbit realize that they need each other’s skill.

Dragon

The Dragon and the Snake will have no problem teaming up to achieve the same goals. The Snake admires the Dragon’s courage and tenacity. The Snake is practical and ruthless in achieving his ambition. Their relationship is formed based on the need for each other’s talents.

Snake

Snake can usually coexist with each other even if they have very different goals as they understand each other perfectly. They can form friendship when they feel unity is important in achieving their mutual ambition. There won’t be clashes unless jealousy and possessiveness comes in the way if they are both after the same object of desire.

Horse

The Horse and the snake are two very different personalities. The Horse is energetic and passionate while the snake is intuitive and keeps his feelings to himself. It is quite likely they will find cooperation with each other a challenge unless the gains far outweigh the loss.

Sheep

The sentimental and demanding Sheep can be frustrating to the highly intellectual Snake. The snake does not like long term commitment or attending to the whims of the sheep. However, the Sheep would do well with the Snakes’ direction and purpose and the Snake would benefit from the sheep’s talents and good nature.

Monkey

The Monkey and the Snake will find it difficult to come together unless they share a common ambition or ascendant. The Monkey does not trust the snake who likes to keep his feelings to himself. The snake is a bit intimidated by the crafty Monkey. Both will be vary of each other. Unless there is a tremendous advantage to be gain from their cooperation, it is unlikely that they will ever come together.

Dog

The Dog and the Snake are quite compatible in that the Dog is not disturbed by the snake’s ambitious nature and his need for dominance and the Snake trust the loyalty of the Dog. The Dog will also understand the snake’s need for privacy and is not prone to jealousy and possessiveness.

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J. K. Rowling

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