Born in 2008
2008 is a year of the Rat with the pillar 戊子, which is Yang Earth over the Rat.
- Sign
- Rat
- Year pillar
- 戊子
- Element
- Yang Earth
- Nayin
- 霹雳火
- Lunar New Year
- 7 February 2008
- Li Chun
- 4 February 2008 at 18:00 Jakarta time
- Kua, male
- 1
- Kua, female
- 8
Born early in the year
Those born before the Lunar New Year on 7 February 2008 read the Pig sign by the Lunar New Year count. In BaZi, the year 2008 only begins at Li Chun, 4 February 2008 at 18:00 Jakarta time.
| Birth | Lunar New Year count | BaZi count |
|---|---|---|
| Early January | Pig | Pig |
| Mid-year | Rat | Rat |
The character of the Rat
The Rat is known as clever and quick to read an opportunity. You are good at preparing and at saving something for tomorrow.
The Earth element
Earth stands for footing and stability. In a BaZi chart, it is linked with the turning points between seasons, patience, and trust.
Lunar New Year or Li Chun?
The zodiac year by the Lunar New Year and the BaZi year do not always change on the same day. The Lunar New Year follows the moon, while BaZi changes at Li Chun, a solar point that falls around 4 February.
Frequently asked questions
What zodiac sign is 2008?
2008 is the year of the Rat. Those born before the Lunar New Year on 7 February 2008 read the Pig sign by the Lunar New Year count.
When is the Lunar New Year in 2008?
The Lunar New Year of 2008 falls on 7 February 2008.
What is the Kua number for 2008 births?
The Kua number for 2008 births is 1 for men and 8 for women, if born after Li Chun.