Tiger Compatibility
Overview
Compatibility is determined by the earthly branches; the animals are the popular face of that scheme.
Meaning
The tiger is conventionally paired with the horse, dog and pig, and set against the monkey.
Traditional Interpretation
The three-fold affinity groups the tiger with the horse and dog, which is why the three appear together.
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FAQ
What does tiger compatibility cover in the Chinese zodiac database?
The tiger is conventionally paired with the horse, dog and pig, and set against the monkey. Compatibility is determined by the earthly branches; the animals are the popular face of that scheme.
How much does tiger compatibility actually determine?
It is one factor among several in the traditional system. The tiger is conventionally paired with the horse, dog and pig, and set against the monkey. The year animal is the coarsest of the four pillars — the month, day and hour carry equal weight, and the classical sources never read the year alone. The grouping is systematic — the tradition's three-fold affinities are four groups of three, and every animal belongs to one.
How is tiger compatibility read in Chinese tradition?
The three-fold affinity groups the tiger with the horse and dog, which is why the three appear together. It is grouped under Wood (木) in the five-element system.
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