๐ข A New Series Is Coming!
The Twelve Zodiac Humanities Series
Hello, everyone!
Thank you for visiting my blog and joining me on this journey to explore Korea's rich culture and traditions.
I'm excited to introduce a brand-new long-term project:
The Twelve Zodiac Humanities Series
Many people know their Chinese zodiac sign.
You may know you're a Rat, Ox, Tiger, or Dragon.
But have you ever wondered...
- Why is the Rat the first animal in the zodiac?
- Where did the Twelve Zodiac Animals originate?
- Why did ancient East Asians use animals to represent time and years?
- What wisdom and philosophy are hidden behind these symbols?
This series goes far beyond simple fortune-telling.
Together, we'll explore the fascinating world of the Twelve Zodiac Animals through history, folklore, philosophy, Korean traditions, and East Asian culture.
Each season will focus on one zodiac animal and uncover its stories from multiple perspectives.
Upcoming Seasons
Season 1 – The Rat (ๅญ)
- Why the Rat became Number One
- The personality behind the Rat
- The Five Elements and the Rat
- Compatibility with other zodiac animals
- Wealth, career, and life lessons
- Ancient legends and folk tales
- What the Rat means today
Then we'll continue with:
๐ Season 2 – Ox
๐ Season 3 – Tiger
๐ Season 4 – Rabbit
๐ Season 5 – Dragon
๐ Season 6 – Snake
๐ Season 7 – Horse
๐ Season 8 – Goat
๐ Season 9 – Monkey
๐ Season 10 – Rooster
๐ Season 11 – Dog
๐ Season 12 – Pig
Every article will also be accompanied by a YouTube video, making it easy to enjoy the stories whether you prefer reading or watching.
This is not just a series about zodiac signs.
It is an invitation to discover the history, philosophy, folklore, and timeless wisdom that have shaped Korean and East Asian culture for centuries.
I hope you'll join me as we begin this exciting journey through all twelve zodiac animals.
Thank you for being part of the adventure!