The year of the earth Ox starts from 26 January 2009 to 14 February 2010.

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According to the Chinese annals, the Ox is the sign of prosperity through steady hard work. This powerful sign is a born leader and achiever, yet modest, calm and dependable. Like its animal namesake, the Ox is patient and endures hardship without complaint. Although Ox people speak little, they can be articulate and eloquent if they want to.

Oxen are kind, caring souls, logical, positive, filled with common sense and with their feet firmly planted on the ground.  Strong-minded, stubborn, individualistic, the majority are highly intelligent individuals who don't take kindly to being told what to do. The Ox is not extravagant, and the thought of living off credit cards or being in debt makes them nervous.

Ox people are truthful and sincere, having many friends, who appreciate the fact that the Ox people are wary of new trends, although every now and then they can be encouraged to try something new. It is important to remember that the Ox people are sociable and relaxed when they feel secure, but if you mess with them you will be truly sorry!

Famous Ox people are Charlie Chaplin, Walt Disney, Anthony Hopkins, Jane Fonda, Peter Sellers, Jack Nicholson and the new President of the United States, Barack Obama, who was born on 4 August 1961, which makes him a Metal Ox.