Download or read book Spirit Animals of the Chinese Zodiac written by Janet Grant and published by . This book was released on 2016-06-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combination of Chinese Astrology and Native American spirit animal paradigm for self-discovery and empowerment. By using animal archetypes gathered from history, astrology, philosophy, mythology, and zoology for the 12 signs of the Chinese Zodiac, this book helps to reveal personality traits and personal potential. Also, by embracing the zodiac signs as spirit animals one is born with, it borrows from the Native American spiritual practice of using spirit animal totems for personal guidance and wisdom.
Download or read book Animal Symbolism of the Chinese Zodiac written by 张方 and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many Chinese believe that every person has the characteristics of their animal sign. Animal Symbolism is an excellent introduction to the endlessly fascinating Chinese Zodiac with historical anecdotes.
Download or read book The Great Race written by Dawn Casey and published by Barefoot Books. This book was released on 2018-09-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Race with the animals of the Zodiac as they compete to have the years of the Chinese calendar named after them. The excitement-filled story is followed by notes on the Chinese calendar, important Chinese holidays, and a chart outlining the animal signs based on birth years.
Download or read book The Year of the Dragon written by Oliver Chin and published by Immedium. This book was released on 2011-12 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dominic the dragon befriends a boy named Bo as well as the other eleven animals of the Chinese lunar calendar and helps them enter the annual village boat race. Lists the birth years and characteristics of individuals born in the Chinese Year of the Dragon.
Download or read book Animals in the Stars written by Gregory Crawford and published by Bear Cub Books. This book was released on 2002-09-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lavishly illustrated guide to Chinese Astrology for children ages 8-12. • Illustrations and text describe the characteristics of each of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac and of those born under each sign. • Each animal is accompanied by a traditional Chinese folktale. • Offers a brief overview of Chinese astrology and the history of the Chinese zodiac. Anyone who has ever taken children to a Chinese restaurant and watched them read the paper placemat with fascination knows that children (and adults) love the playfulness and self-reflection of Chinese astrology. Now children can learn about the unique character traits and legends that make up the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac, as well as experience a deeper appreciation for the cultural traditions behind Chinese astrology. Beautifully illustrated with lifelike animals that jump off the page, Animals in the Stars provides an informative and playful tool for self-exploration using this ancient tradition. The human personality traits of the 12 animals--both good and bad--are described in detail along with explanations of the significance of being born in the "year of" that particular animal. Each animal description is also accompanied by a traditional Chinese folktale further personifying the unique qualities and characteristics of that animal. Youngsters can enjoy these magical teaching tales while learning their "sign" as well as those of family members and friends. This wonderful introduction to the foundations of Chinese astrology is a perfect resource for the child seeking to know more about Chinese culture, zodiac animal characteristics, relationship dynamics, or esoteric traditions, as well as those seeking the simple fun inherent in the combination of astrology and animals.
Download or read book Chinese Astrology written by Shelly Wu and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Draws on the archetypes of the 12 signs of the ancient Eastern zodiac to offer insight into astrologically influenced personalities, providing coverage of such related topics as how a birth element shapes one's destiny, Chinese love signs and the qualities of one's Chinese birth-hour "companion."
Download or read book The 12 Chinese Animals written by Zhongxian Wu and published by Singing Dragon. This book was released on 2011-03-15 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * Silver Medal Winner in the 2010 BOTYA Awards Body, Mind and Spirit Category * The Chinese horoscope holds the key to a better understanding of self and others, and to living a life of harmony. Not just the year of birth, but also the month, day and hour have significance in true Chinese astrology. Master Zhongxian Wu explains how to find your power animal symbols, and how to learn from their wisdom. By fully understanding what each animal signifies, and how they relate to the major hexagrams of the Yijing, he shows that they can help you to find inner peace and live in harmony with family, friends, the wider community, and with nature. Using the wisdom of the twelve animal symbols as a guide, you will learn how to better understand your personality, and make choices that profoundly influence your health, relationships, career, and finances, allowing you to live up to your greatest potential. Making the wisdom of the twelve Chinese animals accessible to the Western reader for the first time in its relationship with the Yijing, this book will be an illuminating read for anyone interested in understanding themselves and their life patterns better, Chinese astrology, and the Yijing.
Download or read book The Animals of the Chinese Zodiac written by Susan Whitfield and published by Crocodile Books. This book was released on 1999-09 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the Chinese zodiac and relates how each of its twelve signs was named for an animal. Explains the qualities associated with each animal and what animal rules the year in which the reader was born.
Download or read book Asian Animal Zodiac written by Ruth Q. Sun and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-02-07 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide to the Asian zodiac gives a complete history and explanation of the zodiac as well as detailed instructions on how to read one's own animal signs. In much the same way that Westerners analyze their personalities and predict their futures by studying the positions of the stars under which they were born, Asians use the ancient animal zodiac to explain individual personalities and predict their futures. Originally the Chinese zodiac, this custom spread to all corners of East Asia. According to legend, the twelve years in the Asian animal cycles were named for the twelve animals who visited Buddha on his deathbed: the rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, snake, horse, ram, monkey, cock, dog, and boar. This informative and delightful book examines each animal of the zodiacal cycle and describes its history, its virtues and flaws, its "all-too-human characteristics." Traditional tales from China, Japan, Korea, Tibet, and Vietnam illustrate each animal's personality as the people of those nations see it. With carts, descriptions, and stories in this zodiac book, the Western reader too may find useful wisdom in the Asian animal zodiac.
Download or read book Shamanic Astrology written by Lucy Harmer and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2009-10-20 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Western-based astrology has a provocative counterpart in the Native American medicine wheel, with a spirit animal equivalent for each sign of the zodiac. In this thoughtful book, Lucy Harmer shows readers how to find the spirit animal that corresponds to their birth sign. She provides detailed descriptions of the strengths and weaknesses of each of the twelve spirit animals—for example, falcon is enthusiastic and adventurous but can be impulsive and impatient, while deer is sociable and eloquent but can be lazy and superficial. Once readers determine their spirit animal, they can better understand their relationships with family, friends, and associates. Readers can also discover those people who are part of their animal clan and the various compatibilities and incompatibilities between all the spirit animals. They will be able to uncover the hidden treasures of their personalities and their secret talents, as well as the color, plant, and totem stone corresponding to each spirit animal. For readers who want to take shamanic astrology to the next level, the book includes the first complete lunar calendar for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres to help them determine their spirit animal rising sign and discover how the moon influences their daily life.
Download or read book VIRGO and the Chinese Zodiac written by Peter Delbridge and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2016-04-06 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a VIRGO. Find out how the Chinese Zodiac influences the personality of a VIRGO. Build your own profile using both the Western Star Signs and combining those traits with the characteristics you inherit from your Chinese Animal. Since the beginning of time man has always looked to the heavens for an answer as to who and what we are. In the west we use the Zodiac star signs, with our ancestors believing that depending on the time of the year we were born certain traits will be installed into us that will mould our personalities. The Chinese also have a complicated Zodiac, but rather than the time of year you inherit your traits depending on the actual year you were born, and the influence of the ruling Animal at the time. This has a great bearing on the building of ones personality. In this book, you can discover what both Zodiacs have to say, and build your own personality profile. Also find out what effect your ruling plant has and mix it with your birthstones influence and refine your predicted personality. Once all the information is gathered, combine it all together, and discover if your are what both the Zodiacs predicted. You can also see what are some famous events that occurred in your Birth Time and Famous people that share your profile.
Download or read book Spirit Dream Animals written by Richard Webster and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2011-11-08 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever dreamt about a bird, wolf, lion, or some other creature and wondered what it meant? From the cheerful bluebird to the courageous tiger, the animals in our dreams often have specific messages that can guide us on our life paths. Once you know your totem animal, you can call upon it for healing, protection, strength, wisdom, and spiritual guidance. In Spirit & Dream Animals, bestselling author Richard Webster will teach you simple and fun techniques to identify and connect with your spirit animal. Lucid Dreaming Astrology Numerology Pendulum Divination Meditation Dancing You'll also learn about animal symbolism in various cultures, the shamanic tradition, and how to recall your dreams more easily and vividly. This handy book also features an alphabetical dream-animal dictionary. With it, you can quickly look up the symbolic meanings of more than 150 creatures—including pets and domestic, wild, and legendary animals.
Download or read book Animals Through Chinese History written by Roel Sterckx and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2019 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This innovative collection opens a door into the rich history of animals in China. This title is also available as Open Access.
Download or read book The Chinese Astrology Bible written by Derek Walters and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a leading authority on the history and practice of Chinese astrology, this comprehensive new entry in the continuing Bible series brings together all the basics on this ancient form of divination. Filled with color photographs and beautiful illustrations, it covers everything from the 12 animals of the zodiac to calculating your sign to creating a detailed analysis of your chart based on the exact time of your birth. There’s also advice on developing your horoscope further, as well as using Chinese astrology in conjunction with Eastern medicine and feng shui.
Download or read book Why Rat Comes First written by and published by Children's Book Press (CA). This book was released on 1991 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains why Rat comes first in the Chinese calendar cycle of twelve years.
Download or read book Chinese Zodiac Animals written by and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Year of the Horse written by Oliver Chin and published by Immedium. This book was released on 2013-12-31 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hannah is a spirited horse who has a lot riding on her! This feisty filly’s amazing journey celebrates the new year and kids’ can-do attitudes. 2014 is The Year of the Horse! Hannah is a foal who has a talented family and yearns to have special skills too. She befriends the boy Tom. Together can they bring his art teacher's important painting to the capital faraway? Hannah jumps at the chance to show that a little horse can have a lot of courage. When others think she’s too young, can Hannah prove her unbridled spirit can blaze its own trail? Illustrating expressive characters and vibrant action, artist Jennifer Wood creates an inviting new world for readers to explore. Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is a popular annual children’s book series showcasing the twelve charming animals that embody the Chinese New Year. Hannah’s rousing quest to discover her true nature will delight children and adults alike. Kids love identifying with how each animal embarks on a unique quest to discover his or her own character: Bright and dynamic illustrations will appeal to parents, those interested in Asian culture, and, of course, horse lovers. Teachers appreciate how Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is the only English series on each of the animals of the Chinese lunar calendar. Librarians like how it one of the longest-running children's book series featuring Asian American themes. Now readers everywhere can enjoy these entertaining and original tales. - - - "...each lunar year gets an energetic, giggle-inducing welcome with [the] Tales from the Chinese Zodiac... As she did in The Year of the Dragon and The Year of the Snake, illustrator Jennifer Wood continues to provide the same delightfully equitable page time for all the zodiac animals, adding another engaging level of ‘hide-and-seek’ for younger readers. Author Chin again introduces rollicking exploits to inspire and entertain, all the while celebrating the Asian culture that infuses our daily American lives." - BookDragon, Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center blog “[An] imaginative menagerie of endearing characters, whose stories embody the chief characteristics of each animal of the Chinese Zodiac in turn. These are also tales of friendship and finding a place in the world.” - Paper Tigers “The bright illustrations reflect the illustrator Jennifer Wood's animation background and highlight the Chinese landscape, wildlife and architecture." - Sampan
