Slovenia 2010 stamps – Chinese New Year – Year of the Tiger – MNH**
The Year of the Tiger is an important time in the Chinese zodiac cycle, celebrated during the Chinese New Year festival. In Chinese astrology, each year is associated with one of the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac, and the tiger is one of the most revered and auspicious animals.
Symbolism: The tiger is regarded as a symbol of strength, courage, and power in Chinese culture. People born in the Year of the Tiger are believed to inherit these traits, along with characteristics such as leadership, independence, and determination.
Cycle: The Chinese zodiac follows a twelve-year cycle, with each year associated with a different animal sign. The Year of the Tiger occurs every twelve years, following the Year of the Ox and preceding the Year of the Rabbit.
Celebrations: Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the most important traditional festival in Chinese culture. During the Year of the Tiger, celebrations typically include family reunions, feasting, fireworks, and various cultural activities. People decorate their homes with red lanterns and paper cutouts featuring tiger motifs to usher in good luck and prosperity.
Fortune and Personality: In Chinese astrology, it is believed that the animal sign of the year influences the fortunes and personalities of individuals born during that year. People born in the Year of the Tiger are said to be charismatic, bold, and adventurous, with a strong sense of justice and determination.
Traditions and Customs: During the Year of the Tiger, people may participate in traditional customs and rituals believed to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits. These may include visiting temples to pray for blessings, giving red envelopes (hongbao) containing money as gifts, and performing lion and dragon dances to chase away bad luck.
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