rabbit year

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rabbit year

in Asia a twelve year cycle of
the zodiac goes back to ancient times.
2011 is the year of the rabbit.
Most people in the places using
this zodiac know which animal sign
for the year of their birth.

in the traditions of Europe and
the Americas there is much folklore
about the rabbit.

naughty Peter in Mr. McGregor’s
garden, the tortoise besting
the prideful hare. the indicator
of fertility and spring, the Easter bunny.
the lucky foot, though not
for the rabbit.
in Asia traditions the rabbit is associated
with the moon. Asians usually see, not a man,
but a rabbit is the moon.

as an animal found throughout
the world, it’s not surprising to find
stories and myths in all cultures about rabbits.

people born in rabbit years are said to be
happy, have a lovable personality, are likable,
ambitious and talented. Also they are said to be
gossips, timid and yet impulsive.