By Gina Gomez
Jan.01, (THAINDIAN NEWS) According to Chinese astrology, the year 2010 would be the Year of the Tiger and the cycle would begin on February 14, 2010 and would come to an end on February 2, 2011. The Year of the Metal Tiger is said to bring in prosperity as well as ushers in many other positive transformations.

The Tiger represents the third sign in the Chinese Zodiac, which comprises of 12 animal signs. According to the ancient Chinese mythology, Tiger symbolizes courage and it plays a pivotal role in keeping away the three prime disturbances of a household which include fire, thieves and ghosts. At the same time, this year being at the Year of the Metal Tiger, it is being predicted that the Tiger would add the element of courage and the metal part would provide the necessary determination and resolve to achieve the goal that are set for the year. Moreover, the Chinese astrology has described the Year of the Tiger to be ‘tumultuous, hard working and vigorous year.’

Generally, people who are born in the Year of the Tiger are often described as sensitive, clever, emotional, fearless as well as rebellious. Moreover, such people are also characterized for their natural leadership skills and are known to be immensely competitive. At the same time, they are also inhibited by nature and are capable of great love and sympathy.

Some of the noted personalities who are known to have born in the Year of the Tiger include, Emily Dickinson, Marilyn Monroe, Tom Cruise, Karl Marx, Queen Elizabeth II, Emily Bronte, Jay Leno,among others.